When using simple exponential smoothing,the value of the smoothing constant α cannot be:
A)Negative.
B)Greater than zero.
C)Greater than 1.
D).99.
E)Both Negative and Greater than 1.

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The smoothing constant α in simple exponential smoothing must be between 0 and 1, inclusive. Therefore, it cannot be negative or greater than 1.

When Using Simple Exponential Smoothing,the Value of the Smoothing Constant