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Our discussions are an opportunity to have thoughtful discussions about a given topic. The questions raised will be general in nature and ask you to think deeply. In each discussion forum, you will be required to give a thoughtful and comprehensive response of at least five to eight sentences that are reflective and well-written, as well as respond to at least two other people. The discussion begins when other class members read what you wrote and respond.

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Class members are expected to contribute original thoughts as well as respond to classmates’ posts. In your responses, you will ask your classmates questions, expand on one of their ideas, ask for clarity on one of their points, and maybe even politely disagree and explain why.

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Response to Peer 1:

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Response to Peer 2:

I agree with the student’s view that linear regression is an effective forecasting tool.  However, it is not as useful when it comes to analyzing the demand for a company’s products over a specific time, whether current or in the past.