Professor Z Needs to Allocate Time Among Several Tasks Next

question 9

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:
$$\begin{array} { | c | c | } \hline \text { Week } & { \text { \# of students } } \\\hline 6 \text { weeks ago } & 85 \\\hline 5 \text { weeks ago } & 110 \\\hline 4 \text { weeks ago } & 95 \\\hline 3 \text { weeks ago } & 80 \\\hline 2 \text { weeks ago } & 65 \\\hline \text { Last week } & 50 \\\hline\end{array}$$
What is the forecast for this year using a moving-average forecast based on the last three weeks?

• A) 49
• B) 50
• C) 52
• D) 65
• E) 78

---

Definitions:

Leadership

The ability to guide, direct, or influence people toward achieving a common goal.

Ethical Use

The responsible utilization of resources or power in a manner that considers moral principles.

Power

The capacity or ability of an individual or group to influence the behavior of others or the course of events.

Leadership

The process of influencing and guiding individuals or groups towards achieving common goals.