Standard Error Is Always Smaller Than the Standard Deviation Because

question 24

True/False

Standard error is always smaller than the standard deviation because a distribution of means is less variable than that of scores.

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Definitions:

Second Law of Thermodynamics

A fundamental principle of physics stating that the total entropy of an isolated system can never decrease over time, and is constant if and only if all processes are reversible.

Entropy

A measure of disorder or randomness in a system, often associated with the second law of thermodynamics, stating that entropy within a closed system tends to increase over time.

Two Laws of Thermodynamics

Fundamental principles of physics that describe energy conservation and the increase of entropy, respectively, in a closed system.

Living Cell

The basic unit of life that is capable of performing all essential functions characterized by life, including reproduction and metabolism.