Given that the mean of a set of data is 25 and the standard deviation is 3, what is the coefficient of variation?
A) 0.12
B) 12%
C) 8.33
D) 833%

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The coefficient of variation (CV) is calculated by dividing the standard deviation by the mean and expressing the result as a percentage. 
CV = (standard deviation / mean) x 100%
CV = (3 / 25) x 100% = 12% 
Therefore, the answer is B (12%).

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