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• These models are based only on past data. The focus is on using patterns, changes, disturbances, etc. in the data to forecast the future.

As you will see, there are many techniques available for forecasting purposes, which makes it difficult for people to select the most appropriate technique. In fact, there is rarely one best technique ...

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