Heidi Favors Using a Two Period Moving Average but Tim

question 1

Multiple Choice

Heidi favors using a two period moving average but Tim is "an exponential-smoothing man." Tim's demand forecast for May was identical to Heidi's.What value of alpha would Tim need to use in order for his June forecast to be identical to Heidi's if each sticks with their preferred technique?

• A).085
• B).196
• C).237
• D).348

---

Definitions:

Aversive Conditioning

A type of behavior conditioning where an undesirable behavior is paired with an unpleasant stimulus to reduce the occurrence of that behavior.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavior therapy used to gradually reduce phobia or anxiety through controlled exposure to the feared object or situation.

Harmless Stimulus

A stimulus that does not cause pain or damage and is not threatening.

Token Economy

A behavior modification system that uses tokens as reinforcement for desired behaviors, which can be exchanged for various rewards.