Dell computer is making a forecast for the next year, which of the following forecasts would most likely have the largest forecast error (as measure by the percentage error)?
A)Total number of computers (laptops and desktops) to be sold next year in US
B)Total number of laptops to be sold next year in US
C)Total number of desktop to be sold next year in US
D)Total number of laptops with 2 Gigabyte RAM, 80 Gigabyte hard drive and 16x DVD drive to be sold next year in US

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The more specific the forecast, the more room for error. Forecasting the total number of laptops with specific technical specifications (2 GB RAM, 80 GB hard drive, 16x DVD drive) is the most specific forecast and therefore has the largest potential for error.

Dell Computer Is Making a Forecast for the Next Year