The Table Shows the Number of Class Periods Missed Over

question 139

Essay

The table shows the number of class periods missed over the last 10 courses by two students. Without doing
the calculations, how do you think the standard deviations compare for the two students? Explain.

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Consolidated Balance Sheet

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Equity Method

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