APICS CPIM-BSP Exam - Topic 3 Question 118 Discussion

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Question #: 118
Topic #: 3

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Which of the following calculations is a major component that is used with extrinsic forecasting?

AMoving average

BExponential smoothing

CA seasonal index

DAn economic indicator

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Suggested Answer: D

by Leonardo at Oct 31, 2025, 08:55 AM

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Margurite

6 months ago

B) Exponential smoothing makes sense. It adjusts for trends well.

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Dominic

6 months ago

I prefer A) Moving average. It's straightforward and reliable.

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Filiberto

6 months ago

Wait, I didn’t realize economic indicators were so crucial!

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Stevie

7 months ago

I’m not sure about that, seems like B) Exponential smoothing could fit too.

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Alethea

7 months ago

C) A seasonal index is also important!

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Pearlene

7 months ago

I thought it was A) Moving average.

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Solange

7 months ago

Definitely D) An economic indicator!

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Tiera

7 months ago

Extrinsic forecasting, huh? Sounds like a fancy way of saying "looking outside the box." I'll go with B on this one.

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Tammara

7 months ago

Hmm, I'm torn between B and D. Exponential smoothing and economic indicators both play important roles in extrinsic forecasting.

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Twila

8 months ago

Definitely B. Exponential smoothing is a key technique in extrinsic forecasting.

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Gerardo

8 months ago

I think the correct answer is D. An economic indicator is a major component used in extrinsic forecasting.

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Dustin

8 months ago

Economic indicators seem relevant, but I wonder if they are considered a major component in the context of this question.

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Adria

8 months ago

I feel like seasonal indices were part of our discussions, but I can't remember if they were classified as extrinsic or intrinsic.

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Ryann

8 months ago

I think it's D) An economic indicator. It really drives forecasts.

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Florinda

8 months ago

I remember practicing with exponential smoothing, but I can't recall if it was specifically tied to extrinsic forecasting or not.

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Elden

9 months ago

C) A seasonal index is important too, especially for seasonal products.

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Malcolm

9 months ago

I'm going with C. A seasonal index is crucial for extrinsic forecasting, especially in industries with seasonal trends.

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Corrinne

9 months ago

I think moving averages were mentioned a lot in our study sessions, but I'm not entirely sure if it's the main component for extrinsic forecasting.

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I'm a bit confused on the difference between the options here. I know extrinsic forecasting looks at external factors, but I'm not sure which specific calculation would be considered a major component. I'll have to think about this one more.

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Annette

10 months ago

I remember learning about extrinsic forecasting in class. I'm pretty sure it involves using economic data and models, so I'm leaning towards D as the best answer.

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Meaghan

10 months ago

Okay, let me think this through. Extrinsic forecasting means using outside data, so I'm guessing it's not a moving average or seasonal index since those are more internal calculations. I'll go with D, an economic indicator.

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Jannette

10 months ago

Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I know extrinsic forecasting involves looking at external factors, but I'm not confident which specific calculation is a major component.

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