WidgeCorp is considering branching out into cold beverages (answer attached)

WidgeCorp is considering branching out into cold beverages. You have been asked to come up with a regression model to forecast monthly sales of cold beverages for the next year. Think about what variables you might include in your model. Your manager asks for your thoughts. Respond to anybody who asks you to explain your variable selection (as per the previous question). 300-500