The Variance Can Never Be

question 7

Multiple Choice

The variance can never be

• A)greater than the standard deviation.
• B)zero.
• C)a negative number.
• D)greater than the mean.

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Definitions:

Production Function

The relationship between the quantity of inputs a firm uses and the quantity of output it produces.

Inputs

The resources, such as labor, materials, and capital, that are used in the production process to produce goods or services.

Output

The total amount of goods or services produced by a company, industry, or economy within a specified time period.

Total Cost Curve

A graphical representation showing the total cost of producing different levels of output in the short run or long run.