Which of these methods is least likely to be used to forecast sales?
A) Predictions by sales staff
B) Extrapolation of past sales
C) Field studies by market research staff
D) Predictions by production employees

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Production employees are not directly involved in sales or market research, and therefore their predictions for sales are less likely to be accurate. The other choices involve direct observations or analysis of sales data, making them more likely to be used for forecasting.

Which of These Methods Is Least Likely to Be Used