Which of These Quantitative Techniques Is a Causal Model

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of these quantitative techniques is a causal model?

• A) linear regression
• B) last period
• C) exponential smoothing
• D) weighted moving average

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Definitions:

Parietal Bones

Paired bones in the human skull forming the sides and roof of the cranium.

Endochondral Ossification

The process by which growing cartilage is systematically replaced by bone to form the growing skeleton, mostly in long bones.

Sphenoidal Fontanel

An area on the skull where bones have not yet fused, specifically located at the junction of the sphenoid, temporal, and parietal bones; often closes early in life and may not be present in all individuals.

Fetal Skull

The bony structure forming the head of the fetus, comprising several soft spots (fontanelles) that allow for growth and flexibility during birth.