Question

If the standard deviation of the data values in a sample is 16, what is the variance of the data values?

A. 289
B. 225
C. 256
D. 196

Answer 1

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standard variance=standard deviation²

standard varience =16²

standard varience=16²=256 is your answer

Answer 2

• C. 256

Explanation:

Variance is the square of the standard deviation:

• υ = σ²
• υ = 16² = 256

Correct choice is C