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Statistics: Coefficient of variation MCQ

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Coefficient of variationMediumQuestion 380006

Question

The coefficient of variation (CV) is:
  1. A
    (σ/x̄) × 100%
    Correct
  2. B
    σ/x̄
  3. C
    σ²/x̄
  4. D
    x̄/σ × 100%

Correct answer

(σ/x̄) × 100%

Explanation

CV = (σ/x̄) × 100%. It is a relative measure of dispersion, useful for comparing variability across datasets with different units or means. Lower CV = less relative variability.

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