Certified Specialist Business Intelligence Practice Test

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Which question does predictive analysis seek to answer regarding trends?

When will a trend end?
How will a trend end?
What if a trend continues? What will happen next?
Why did a trend occur?

The correct answer is: What if a trend continues? What will happen next?

Predictive analysis is fundamentally geared towards forecasting future events based on historical data patterns. When analyzing trends, predictive analysis primarily addresses the scenario of "what if a trend continues?" This means it evaluates potential future developments, outcomes, or behaviors if the current trend persists. This approach leverages statistical models and algorithms to identify patterns and extrapolate future results, helping businesses and analysts make informed decisions. By focusing on the continuity of trends, predictive analysis plays a crucial role in anticipating market shifts, consumer behavior changes, or potential challenges that could arise if the current trajectory remains unchanged. In contrast, the other options center on understanding the ending or the cause of a trend, which do not align with the core objective of predictive analysis. Understanding when or how a trend ends, or exploring the reasons behind the occurrence of a trend, is more descriptive and does not emphasize future predictions.