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The coefficient of variation of data pertaining to the goals scored by two teams A and B in a football season are 0.35 and 0.72 respectively. The true statement is

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Team B is more consistent than team A
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Two teams are equally consistent
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Team A is more consistent than team B
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The s.ds. of team A and team B are
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Solution

The correct option is C Team A is more consistent than team B
The coefficient of variation is a measure of consistency. Lower, the C.V, more consistent the data is. In this case, team A has a lower C.V and hence, is more consistent.

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