If mean of a distribution is 10 and the standard deviation is 4. What is the…
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If mean of a distribution is 10 and the standard deviation is 4. What is the value of the coefficient of variation?
- A.
40%
- B.
35%
- C.
20%
- D.
50%
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Correct answer: A
Solution:
Coefficient of variation (Cv) is given by Cv = (standard deviation / mean) × 100.
Substitute the values: Cv = (4 / 10) × 100.
Compute the fraction: Cv = 0.4 × 100.
Multiply to get the percentage: Cv = 40%.
Final answer: 40%