What underlying assumption is the danger of using trend analysis?
A) Trends only last a short time and then change radically.
B) Trend characteristics remain the same, even if outside conditions change.
C) A change in the environment enhances characteristic relationships.
D) Future events will continue in the same manner as they did in the past.

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Trend analysis assumes that future events will continue in the same manner as they did in the past, which can be dangerous if conditions change.

What Underlying Assumption Is the Danger of Using Trend Analysis