Given the Data Below, Develop a Forecast for Period 6

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Essay

Given the data below, develop a forecast for period 6 using a four-period weighted moving average and weights of .4, .3, .2 and .1

Understand the effects of stock splits and stock dividends on retained earnings and equity structure.

Know the classification and implications of different share types in a corporation’s financial statements.

Distinguish between the effects of stock dividends, stock splits, and cash dividends on a corporation's financial statements.

Diagnose the impact of share transactions (issuance, repurchase) on the financial position of a corporation.

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Definitions:

Budgeting

The process of creating a financial plan to manage revenue and expenses for a specific period, often key to strategic planning in businesses and personal finance management.

Activity Variance

The difference between the budgeted amount of an activity and the actual amount incurred.

Net Operating Income

Refers to a company's income after operating expenses have been deducted, but before income taxes and interest expenses are subtracted.

Budgeting

The process of creating a plan to spend your money, forecasting future income and expenses over a specified period.