What is the long-term behavior of a variable over an extended period of time called?
A) Secular trend
B) Seasonal variation
C) Cyclical variation
D) Irregular or variation
E) Episodic variation

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The long-term behavior of a variable over an extended period of time is called secular trend. This trend is a smooth, long-term pattern that is not affected by seasonal, cyclical, or irregular variations.

What Is the Long-Term Behavior of a Variable Over an Extended