The value of the sum of the deviations from the mean, i.e., must always be
A)less than the zero
B)negative
C)either positive or negative depending on whether the mean is negative or positive
D)zero

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The value of the sum of the deviations from the mean, i.e.,  must always be
A)less than the zero 
B)negative 
C)either positive or negative depending on whether the mean is negative or positive 
D)zero

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

By definition, the sum of the deviations from the mean is always equal to zero.

The Value of the Sum of the Deviations from the Mean