The Variance of a Distribution of Means Is Less Than

question 69

Multiple Choice

The variance of a distribution of means is less than the original population variance because:

• A)it is based on fewer individuals than of the original population
• B)it is an estimate of the sample parameters rather than the original population
• C)extreme scores are less likely to affect a distribution of means
• D)a distribution of means actually has a larger variance than the original population

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