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The mean and variance of the heights and weights of the students of a class are given below:HeightsWeightsMean63.2 inches63.2 kgSD11.5 inches5.6 kgWhich shows more variability, heights or weights?

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In case of heights,

Mean = 63.2 inches and SD = 11.5 inches. 

So, the coefficient of variation,

CV = \(\frac{SD}{Mean}\times100\) 

CV =   \(\frac{11.5}{63.2}\times100\)  = 18.196

In case of weights,

Mean = 63.2 inches and SD = 5.6 inches.

So, the coefficient of variation,

CV = \(\frac{SD}{Mean}\times100\) 

CV =   \(\frac{5.6}{63.2}\times100\)  = 8.86

CV of heights > CV of weights 

So, heights show more variability



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