If You Calculated the Standard Deviation for a Distribution of 20

question 10

Multiple Choice

If you calculated the standard deviation for a distribution of 20 scores,removed the 5 highest scores and recalculated,the value of the standard deviation would

• A)increase.
• B)stay the same.
• C)decrease.
• D)be reduced by five.

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Definitions:

Interstitial Lamellae

Layers of bone matrix in compact bone that fill the spaces between osteons, providing strength and support.

Concentric Lamellae

Circular layers of bone matrix that surround the central canal within osteons, characteristic of compact bone structure.

Osteons

Cylindrical structures that comprise compact bone, containing a central canal surrounded by concentric lamellae of bone tissue.

Organic Matrix

The non-mineral, organic component of bone and teeth, made up of collagen and other proteins, which provides flexibility and strength.