Forecasting Box Office Returns:Which forecasting method of those that you tried do you have the most confidence for making accurate forecasts for 1997?

1. Produce a time series plot of the data. From this graph, do you see a pattern? Can you see any seasonality in the data? 2. Use exponential smoothing to fit the data. Select an appropriate constant ? based on the variation you see in the data. Comment on the appropriateness of exponential smoothing on this data set. Plot the predictions from this model on the graph with the original data. How well does this technique fit the data? Make forecasts for 1997. 3. Use regression to build a linear trend model. Comment on the goodness-of-fit of this model to the data (or, how well does R2 explain the variance in the data?). Plot the predictions from this model on the graph with the original data. 4. Develop multiplicative seasonal indices for the linear trend model developed in question 3. Use these indices to adjust predictions from the linear trend model from question 3 above for seasonal effects. Plot the predictions from this model on the graph with the original data. How well does this technique fit the data? Make forecasts for the next 12 months of 1997 using this technique. 5. Which forecasting method of those that you tried do you have the most confidence for making accurate forecasts for 1997?

Group Proposal Unit Plan- Building self-esteem among adolecents

You will develop plans for a six-week group counseling series on the topic of building self- esteem among adolescents (teens) ages 14-16. Your plans should provide enough detail that any counselor could pick up your lesson plans and easily execute the entire unit. The topic and activities should be developmentally appropriate for the age group you identify for your unit AND acceptable for a school setting. You must use the attached template for the Unit Plan. The final product should include: 1. Six sessions with clearly explained activities that relate to the topic and follow a natural progression. EACH session should include: o An overall topic for the session (for example, in a family changes group, one topic might be Dealing with Step-Siblings) o Measurable, clearly stated objectives that address the individual session topic o an icebreaker/energizer; o a detailed explanation of activities and/or discussion points during the session; o a closing activity o a list of any materials needed during the session, including the time needed for each session. 2. Your initial session should include activities specific to the first session of a counseling group. These include: o member introductions (this may be included with the icebreaker in the initial session); o an explanation of overall group purpose; and o establishment of rules 3. Your final session should include activities specific to the final session of a counseling group. This includes: o an activity that promotes closure, such as a compliment web; and o a plan for follow-up, which would be explained to the group members. 4. You should be able to assess participant progress through the group to demonstrate effectiveness.

Explain how John McWhorter debunks the myth of Standard English.

In 300-500 words, Explain how John McWhorter debunks the myth of Standard English. How does he construct his argument around the analogy of the lava lamp and the four levels of language mixture? Be sure to look at the rubric to remind yourself of the grading parameters. Show that you have worked with the material in this unit by using examples from the text effectively.

Explain the pathophysiology behind the condition. What pharmacological agent(s) are commonly used to treat the disorder and how do the agent(s) alter the pathophysiology of the condition?

review the following case study: Chief Complaint: A 23-year-old woman presents with complaints of muscle weakness in the face. History: The patient is a 23-year-old administrative assistant who complains of intermittent muscle weakness in her face that has been getting worse over the past 3 months. She also states that as she chews, her jaws feel tired. Swallowing has also become difficult. She reports episodes of double vision (diplopia), which seems to occur after reading for a few minutes in the late evening. With certain strenuous activities or after typing for long periods of time at work, she reports problems with bilateral arm weakness. Physical Examination: Notable ptosis (drooping) of the eyelids after repeated blinking exercises. When asked to smile, she appears to be snarling. Reflexes and sensation are normal in both upper and lower extremities. There is considerable weakness of the arms noted bilaterally after exercise. Case Questions: Is the patient’s condition neurological, musculoskeletal, or both? Explain why and support your thoughts with evidence-based literature. What would be a possible neurologic or musculoskeletal condition causing the symptoms? Explain the pathophysiology behind the condition. What pharmacological agent(s) are commonly used to treat the disorder and how do the agent(s) alter the pathophysiology of the condition? What would be your educational plan for the patient?
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Discuss the impacts of social media marketing on buying decisions

Based around the topic: Impact of social media marketing on buying decisions. and the final hypothesis being: If companies turn more to social media marketing, then it will have a positive effect on buyers decisions” (or you can decide on your own hypothesis based on your research) *Social media being instragram and snapchat and the target group being teenagers* -Conduct a literature review on a topic of interest. -Draw on peer reviewed journal articles, academic textbooks and other academic sources outside of the materials provided in this unit. -Students are strongly encouraged to research and source as many academic resources as they can. -Write a literature review report of up to 1500 maximum words (not including abstract, references, notes, figures and tables). -Critically evaluate and discuss current knowledge and thinking in the topic area. -An abstract of no more than 150 words should be included in the report.