There Has Been ________ in the Number of Cohabiting U

question 118

Multiple Choice

There has been ________ in the number of cohabiting U.S. couples since 1970.

• A) a dramatic increase
• B) little change
• C) a huge fall
• D) a steady rise

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Definitions:

Random Variation

Random Variation describes the unpredictable fluctuations or differences that occur in data or a process due to chance.

Time Series

A sequence of numerical data points in successive order, typically measuring an activity or outcome over time intervals.

Predictable Components

Elements or patterns within a dataset or system that can be anticipated based on historical data or certain trends.

Forecasting

The process of making predictions about future events or trends based on historical data or analysis.