An Introduction to Statistical Methods and Data Analysis
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Author: R. Lyman Ott, Micheal T. Longnecker
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 3.11, Problem 9E
a.
To determine
Construct the plot of defence expenditures time series data.
Identify the trends across the period from 1960 to 2012.
b.
To determine
Construct the plot of %GNP time series data.
Identify the trends across the period from 1960 to 2012.
c.
To determine
Identify whether the two time series have similar trends or not.
Identify whether the plots support the assertions made by the liberal members of Congress or not.
d.
To determine
Identify whether the domestic or international factors had an influence on the observed trends.
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