A Time Series with Observed Long-Term Upward Movements in Its

question 117

Multiple Choice

A time series with observed long-term upward movements in its values is said to have ________.

• A) a cyclical component
• B) an increasing trend component
• C) a seasonally increasing component
• D) a decreasing trend component

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Definitions:

Long-Term Investment

assets purchased by a company that are intended to be held for more than one year, such as stocks, bonds, or real estate.

Realized Gain

The profit earned from selling an asset for more than its purchase price, recognizable when the transaction is completed.

Trading Investments

Assets acquired primarily for selling in the near term to generate profit from short-term price fluctuations.

Interest Income

Interest income is the revenue earned from depositing funds in interest-bearing accounts, securities, or investments, where the yield comes in the form of interest payments.