10.1 - What Is Time Series Data?
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Practice Questions
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Define time series data in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about the timing and collection process.
What is trend in time series data?
💡 Hint: What does the data's movement look like over time?
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What does time series data consist of?
💡 Hint: Focus on the timing of data collection.
True or False: Seasonality represents irregular fluctuations in the data.
💡 Hint: Consider the nature of seasonal patterns.
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Given a dataset of monthly sales for a retail store over three years, identify the trend and seasonality, detailing your approach and findings.
💡 Hint: Use graphs for visualization and statistical tests for confirmation.
Design an experiment using time series data to study the effect of random events on a specific market trend over time.
💡 Hint: Think critically about how to control for external factors.
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