Random or not random?
Some time series exhibit predictability when strong periodic or seasonal patterns are present. Other time series exhibit predictability when positive autocorrelation - or correlation among neighboring observations - induces what appear as short-term trends.
Examine the time series plots on the right. Which pair of time series do NOT appear predictable?
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Time Series Analysis in R
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