If the Sample Variance of a Set of Observations Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

If the sample variance of a set of observations is 225, its sample standard deviation is equal to _____.

• A) 0.225
• B) 15
• C) 22.5
• D) 0.15
• E) 2.25

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Definitions:

Time Value

The concept that money available in the present is worth more than the same amount in the future due to its earning capacity.

Payback Period

A way to determine the duration required for an investment to reach a point where returns equal the costs, providing a simple tool for evaluating project viability.

Net Cash Flow

The difference between a company’s cash inflows and outflows over a specific period, indicating its financial health.

Non-Cash Revenues

Revenues earned by a business for which no cash is received, typically recognized through bartering, trading, or other non-cash exchanges.