Primary Discussion Response is due by Thursday (11:59:59pm Central), Peer Responses are due by Saturday (11:59:59pm Central).

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 200-250 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments.

Watch the following video in preparation for the discussion:

• Preparing a Trend Analysis of Financial Data

This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas. Focus your discussion on the following questions:

• Describe how trend analysis differs from ratio analysis and give an example of trend analysis.
• Discuss how trend analysis might be used to make business decisions.