Extrapolation is a process that is reasonably reliable for short term use in:
A)creating an equation using only known variables
B)calculating the sum of a series of both positive and negative variables
C)solving an equation that can have multiple outcomes based on variables
D)estimating the value of a variable at an unobserved time or circumstance

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Extrapolation involves estimating values beyond the range of the available data. It is most reliable for short-term predictions or estimates because the further one goes beyond the known data, the less certain the prediction becomes. This process is commonly used for forecasting future trends based on past data, making it suitable for estimating the value of a variable at a time or circumstance not directly observed.

Extrapolation Is a Process That Is Reasonably Reliable for Short