In an exponential smoothing method, weights are assigned
A)just to the current actual and predicted values.
B)just to the previous data point and its predicted value.
C)to all past data points with weight $\alpha$.
D)to all past data points with more recent data points receiving more weight.

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In exponential smoothing, more weight should be given to more recent data points as they are expected to be more informative and relevant. Therefore, the best choice is to assign weights to all past data points with more recent data points receiving more weight.

In an Exponential Smoothing Method, Weights Are Assigned A)just to the Current

In an Exponential Smoothing Method, Weights Are Assigned
A)just to the Current