The Following Data Represent the Salaries (In Thousands of Dollars)

question 139

Essay

The following data represent the salaries (in thousands of dollars) of a sample of 13 employees of a firm: $\begin{array}{|l|l|l|l|l|l|l|}\hline 26.5 & 23.5 & 29.7 & 24.8 & 21.1 & 24.3 & 20.4 \\\hline 22.7 & 27.2 & 23.7 & 24.1 & 24.8 & 28.2 & \\\hline\end{array}$ Compute the coefficient of variation.

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Definitions:

Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate (GHB)

A central nervous system depressant often used recreationally for its euphoric effects, but also recognized for its use in treating narcolepsy and potential misuse as a "date rape" drug.

Liquid Ecstasy

A colloquial term for gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB), a central nervous system depressant often used recreationally for its euphoric and sedative effects.

Date-Rape Drug

A substance used to incapacitate someone in order to commit a sexual assault.

Rapid-Acting Anesthetic

A type of medication used to induce anesthesia quickly, minimizing the time between administration and the onset of anesthesia.