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The algebraic sum of deviations from mean is_____________?
Correct answer: B. Zero
- A. Maximum
- B. Zero
- C. Minimum
- D. Undefined
Explanation
Positive and negative deviations from the arithmetic mean balance each other exactly. Therefore, their algebraic sum is zero.
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