Standard Deviation Compute the Standard Deviation of the Five Monthly

question 6

Multiple Choice

Standard Deviation Compute the standard deviation of the five monthly returns for PG&E: 1.25 percent, -1.50 percent, 4.25 percent, 3.75 percent, and 1.98 percent

• A) 1.876%
• B) 1.946%
• C) 2.046%
• D) 2.287%

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A phenomenon where a group's desire for harmony or conformity results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Mental Efficiency

The effectiveness with which an individual can perform cognitive tasks, including problem-solving, memory, and reasoning.

Conformity Pressures

The pressure applied by a group that motivates individuals to modify their attitudes, values, or actions to conform with the norms of the group.

Polarization Theory

A theory suggesting that groups tend to make decisions that are more extreme than the initial inclination of its members.