Which Statement Is Most Defensible Regarding the Time Series Shown

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which statement is most defensible regarding the time series shown below?

• A) There appears to be strong seasonality.
• B) There appears to be a six-month seasonal cycle.
• C) The trend appears to be exponential.
• D) The quadratic trend would be required.

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