Compute the Population Standard Deviation $\sigma$ For the Following Sample Data, Assuming the Sample Comprises the Data

question 22

Multiple Choice

Compute the population standard deviation $\sigma$ for the following sample data, assuming the sample comprises the entire population. Round your answer to the nearest hundredth. x:
21
17
15
35
27

• A)8.12
• B)10.36
• C)2.30
• D)9.27
• E)9.22

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