Results Analysis — Determining Profit

Now, you can use Crystal Ball to determine the likelihood of making a profit.

  To determine the statistical likelihood of making a profit:

  1. Select the first (left) certainty field in the forecast window.

  2. Type 0 in the field.

    First certainty field, showing $0.00.

  3. Press Enter.

    The value in the Certainty field changes to reflect the probability of making a profit — reaching an income level ranging from $0 to positive infinity. This information puts you in a much better position to decide whether to purchase the Futura Apartments. Figure 139, Chance of profit shows the chance of making a profit is about 90%.

    Figure 139. Chance of profit

    This figure displays Chance of Profit frequency view.