Multiple Choice
i. Long-term forecasts are usually from one year to more than 10 years into the future.
ii. A forecast is considered necessary in order to have the raw materials, production facilities, and staff available to meet estimated future demands.
Iii) One component of a time series is the secular trend that is the smooth movement of a series over a short period of time, such as a few months or quarters.
A) (i) , (ii) and (iii) are all correct statements
B) (i) and (ii) are correct statements, but not (iii) .
C) (i) and (iii) are correct statements but not (ii) .
D) (ii) and (iii) are correct statements but not (i) .
E) All statements are false
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