We Normally Compute the Variance Using N - 1 in the Denominator

question 30

Multiple Choice

We normally compute the variance using N - 1 in the denominator because

• A) it is easier that way.
• B) it leads to an unbiased estimate of the sample variance.
• C) it leads to an unbiased estimate of the population variance.
• D) it overestimates that population variance.

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