Each Deviation in the Numerator for Variance Is Squared Because

question 30

Multiple Choice

Each deviation in the numerator for variance is squared because

• A)without squaring each deviation,the solution for SS would be zero
• B)this inflates the value for variance,making it more accurate
• C)without squaring each deviation,the solution could be negative
• D)both A and C

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