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WAEC Mathematics 2024 Objective — Question 40

Question 40 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Mathematics 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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40. Calculate the variance of the distribution of masses: 59, 44, 53, 57, 49, 40, 48 and 50.

  • A. 35Correct
  • B. 36
  • C. 40
  • D. 50

Explanation

Variance S² = Σf(x-x̄)²/Σf = 280/8 = 35.

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