4.1 - Standard Deviation (s)
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What is standard deviation?
💡 Hint: Consider how spread out the data points are.
Write the formula for standard deviation.
💡 Hint: Look for how we express the average deviations squared.
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What does a high standard deviation indicate in concrete testing?
💡 Hint: Repeat the definition of standard deviation in your mind.
True or False: A lower standard deviation means the testing results are more consistent.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to data points with lower variability.
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Given the compressive strength data of 22, 24, 25, 18, and 30 MPa, calculate the standard deviation and explain what it indicates about the quality of the concrete.
💡 Hint: Use the standard deviation formula methodically!
A construction project mandates a characteristic strength of 35 MPa, and the concrete mix tests show a mean strength of 40 MPa with a standard deviation of 6 MPa. What does this imply about the design of the concrete mix?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how standard deviation affects average strength approval.
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