Multiple Choice
The business analyst for Ace Business Machines,Inc.wants to forecast this year's demand for manual typewriters based on the following historical data:
Time Period :Demand
5 years ago :900
4 years ago : 700
3 years ago : 600
2 years ago :500
Last year :300
-What is the forecast for this year using a moving-average forecast based on the last three years?
A) 163
B) 180
C) 300
D) 467
E) 510
Correct Answer:
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