The Smallest Possible Standard Deviation Is Equal to Zero

question 42

True/False

The smallest possible standard deviation is equal to zero.

Understand the structure and sequence of development across various stages of childhood.

Recognize the interdisciplinary and international nature of developmental science.

Distinguish between different sources and issues central to developmental science.

Identify the applications of developmental research and the role of developmental scientists in promoting healthy development.

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Definitions:

Gram-negative

Refers to a group of bacteria that do not retain the crystal violet stain used in the Gram staining method of bacterial differentiation but are colored red or pink.

Gram-positive

Refers to bacteria that retain a primary stain and appear purple under a microscope after a Gram staining procedure, typically having a thick peptidoglycan layer.

Laboratory Test

A procedure carried out under controlled conditions to determine the effectiveness, safety, or composition of a substance.

Gram-negative

Refers to bacteria that have a specific cell wall structure which does not retain the crystal violet stain used in Gram's method of staining; often associated with higher resistance to antibiotics.