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The mean and standard deviation (s.d.) of runs scored by three batsmen A, B and C in 9 consecutive matches are given below,

Batsman Mean s.d.
A 40 4
B 64 8
C 72 12

Considering coefficient of variations as the measure of consistency, which of the following is correct:

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  1. A is the most consistent
  2. C is the most consistent
  3. B is more consistent than A
  4. Both (2) and (3)

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Option 1 : A is the most consistent
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The standard deviation of whose batsman is less will be more more consistent

The standard deviation of A is least

∴ The A is the most consistent

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