Standard deviation is a measure of ______________
A) central tendency
B) variability
C) statistical significance
D) correlation
Answer: B
Rationale: The standard deviation is a measure of variability around the mean. It can be thought of as an estimate of the average distance from the mean.
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A. neuroticism B. agreeableness C. extraversion D. openness to experience
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a) bitter b) sour c) sweet d) umami or brothy