Explain Why We Need to Square Deviations Before Calculating the Variance

question 19

Essay

Explain why we need to square deviations before calculating the variance of a variable.

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Definitions:

Hollywood Studio Era

A period in American film history, from the late 1920s to the early 1960s, characterized by the dominance of a few major studios that had a significant control over the movie industry, including production, distribution, and exhibition.

Charlie Chaplin

An iconic British comedian, filmmaker, and actor, known for his silent film era character "The Tramp" and for co-founding United Artists.

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A pioneering figure in the film industry, known for his contributions as an actor, director, and composer during the silent film era, famous for his character "The Tramp."