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Forecasting can be classified into four basic types: qualitative, time series analysis, causal relationships, and simulation. Qualitative, or judgment methods, utilize opinions to develop forecasts and are generally used when historical data isn't available. Generally speaking, they are low cost and have a rapid ...

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