A set of scores ranges from a high of X = 34 to a low of X = 24 and has a mean of 29.Which of the following is the most likely value for the standard deviation for these scores?
A)2 points
B)5 points
C)10 points
D)34 points

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Given the range (34 - 24 = 10) and the mean (29), a standard deviation of 2 points is reasonable because it suggests that most scores are close to the mean, which is typical for a small range around a central value. Options B, C, and D suggest much wider spreads that are not supported by the given range and mean.

A Set of Scores Ranges from a High of X