Variance/ Standard Deviation are often used to compare the consistency of two different populations, then when and why do we use Coefficient of Variation? b) Define Quartiles, Deciles and Percentiles. And why do we need these measures? Explain their usage.

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 a) Variance/ Standard Deviation are often used to compare the consistency of two different populations, then when and why do we use Coefficient of Variation?
b) Define Quartiles, Deciles and Percentiles. And why do we need these measures? Explain their usage.
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