Under a given set of conditions, the art of anticipating and the behaviors of buyers is called ____________?

Correct answer: A. forecasting

  • A. forecasting
  • B. ratio method
  • C. factor method
  • D. point scale method

Explanation

Forecasting is the systematic anticipation of future buyer behaviour or demand under stated conditions. The ratio, factor, and point-scale methods are techniques that may support forecasting, not the overall activity itself.

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