Variance Is a Measure of ________ and the Lower the Variance

question 8

Multiple Choice

Variance is a measure of ________ and the lower the variance, ________.

• A)expected profit; the lower the profit
• B)risk; the lower the risk
• C)standard deviation; lower the standard deviation
• D)risk; the greater the risk

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Definitions:

Depression

A common and serious mood disorder that affects how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, characterized by persistent sadness and lack of interest.

Psychological Disorder

A pattern of behavioral, cognitive, or emotional symptoms that cause distress or significant impairment in functioning.

Phobia

A strong, unreasonable fear or dislike of a specific thing.

Schizophrenia

An extreme mental illness marked by considerable alterations in thought patterns, affective states, identity, linguistic abilities, perceptions, and behaviors.