Professor Z Needs to Allocate Time Among Several Tasks Next

question 11

Multiple Choice

Professor Z needs to allocate time among several tasks next week to include time for students' appointments.Thus,he needs to forecast the number of students who will seek appointments.He has gathered the following data:
Week # of students
6 weeks ago 83
5 weeks ago 110
4 weeks ago 95
3 weeks ago 80
2 weeks ago 65
Last week 50
-What is the forecast for this year using the last-value forecasting method?

• A)22,000
• B)20,000
• C)18,000
• D)15,000
• E)12,000

---

Definitions:

Self-reinforcement

The process by which individuals reward themselves for reaching certain goals or exhibiting desirable behaviors, thus encouraging repeated action.

Personal Standards

Refers to the individual benchmarks or expectations one sets for themselves in various aspects of their lives, influencing behavior and self-assessment.

Achievement

The accomplishment of an aim or purpose, often recognized as the result of effort, skill, or courage.

Attentional Processes

The cognitive functions involved in selecting and focusing on specific stimuli while ignoring others.