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If the mean of a data set is 10 and the coefficient of variation is 20%, what is the standard deviation?
A2
B5
C10
D20
✓ Correct Answer: A — 2
CV = (SD / Mean) * 100. 20 = (SD / 10) * 100 => 2 = SD.
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