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Squared deviations total 1750 over 6 values and 2480 over 31. Which varies more?
AThe 6-value set
BCannot compare them
CBoth are equal
DThe 31-value set
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. The 6-value set
Variances are 1750 over 6, about 291.67, and 2480 over 31, which is 80, so the smaller set is more scattered.
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