I the Standard Deviation Is the Positive Square Root of the Variance

question 9

Multiple Choice

i. The standard deviation is the positive square root of the variance. ii. For a symmetrical distribution, the variance is equal to the standard deviation.
iii. If the standard deviation of the ages of a female group of employees is six years and the standard deviation of the ages of a male group in the same plant is ten years, it indicates that there is more spread in the ages of the female employees.

• A) (i), (ii) and (iii) are all correct statements
• B) (i) and, (ii) are correct statements but not (iii).
• C) (i) and, (iii) are correct statements but not (ii).
• D) (i) is a correct statement, but not (ii) or (iii).
• E) (i), (ii) and (iii) are all false statements

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Definitions:

Job Satisfaction

The feeling of fulfillment or enjoyment that comes from performing one's job, often influenced by working conditions, recognition, and compensation.

Employee Absenteeism

The frequent absence of an employee from work, which can be voluntary or involuntary, affecting productivity and morale.

Turnover

The rate at which employees leave a workplace and are replaced by new personnel.

Underlying Attitude

A person’s enduring beliefs or feelings about an object or concept that influence their behavior, often without their conscious awareness.