The business analyst for Movie Sales, Inc. wants to forecast…

The business analyst for Movie Sales, Inc. wants to forecast this year’s demand for Movies based on the following historical data: Time Period Demand 5 years ago 600 4 years ago 800 3 years ago 700 2 years ago 100 Last year 600 What is the forecast for this year using exponential smoothing with alpha = .4, if the forecast for 2 years ago was 750?

Instructions Answer each of the following essay questions. T…

Instructions Answer each of the following essay questions. The given times below should be used as guidance for how long and detailed each answer should be. For the first essay, you should plan to spend about 40 to 60 minutes. For the second essay, you answer ONE of the two choices only.  Prepare to spend 30 to 40 minutes on this essay.  Again, analysis of specific examples, and logical reasoning, are expected. Open book, open notes. No other sources are to be used. Cite and analyze examples and reasons to support your answers. When copying phrases of two or more consecutive words from Revel, use quotation marks and a parenthetical page reference. When paraphrasing a passage from Revel, use a parenthetical page reference. Do not simply summarize the textbook. I am not interested in your ability to parrot back the content of Revel in your own words. Spend a couple of minutes thinking about organization and emphasis. I expect depth and specificity, but this is not a contest to see who can write the most words.