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MP Board · Class 11 · Mathematics · StatisticsWhat is the variance of the first 10 natural numbers?

Step-by-Step Solution

The variance of the first n natural numbers is given by the formula (n^2 - 1) / 12. Substituting n = 10, Variance = (10^2 - 1) / 12 = (100 - 1) / 12 = 99 / 12 = 33 / 4 = 8.25.

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Option : 8.25 (Correct Answer)

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Option 1: 3.87

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Option 2: 33.5

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Statistics.

Option 3: 5.5

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Statistics.

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