Using Exponential Smoothing, If F_t = 220, Y_t = 240

question 34

Multiple Choice

Using exponential smoothing, if F_t = 220, y_t = 240, and α = .20, what is the new forecast F_t+1?

• A)217
• B)224
• C)232
• D)243

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