When one conducts extrapolation, one is:
A) imputing values that have been mismeasured.
B) correcting values that have been mismeasured.
C) drawing conclusions where there are "gaps" in the data.
D) drawing conclusions beyond the extent of the data.

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Extrapolation involves projecting or extending the trend or pattern observed in the data beyond its observed range. Therefore, it draws conclusions beyond the extent of the data. It is a useful technique for making predictions or forecasting, but it comes with some degree of uncertainty and risk.

When One Conducts Extrapolation, One Is