________ rests on the assumption that the world is reasonably consistent and changes slowly in the short run.
A) Statistical modeling
B) Scenario-writing
C) The Delphi technique
D) Brainstorming
E) Extrapolation

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The statement describes the concept of extrapolation. Extrapolation assumes that past patterns will continue into the future, which requires the assumption of a consistent world that changes slowly in the short run. Statistical modeling, scenario-writing, the Delphi technique, and brainstorming do not necessarily rely on this assumption.

________ Rests on the Assumption That the World Is Reasonably