Extrapolation Methods
A sound choice of which extrapolation method to apply relies on a prior knowledge of the process that created the existing data points. Some experts have proposed the use of causal forces in the evaluation of extrapolation methods. Crucial questions are for example if the data can be assumed to be continuous, smooth, possibly periodic etc.
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