What numerical value would you expect the standard deviation of the averages of these sets to have? Background measurement results (μrem): 175, 163, 171, 182, 185, 170, 180, 173

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Section10.5: Comparing Sets Of Data
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A pressurized ion chamber is used to determine the typical penetrating radiation background in a green field adjacent to an operating radiological facility. The results of eight observations are provided below. A series of such measurement sets is planned, each consisting of eight readings. What numerical value would you expect the standard deviation of the averages of these sets to have?

Background measurement results (μrem): 175, 163, 171, 182, 185, 170, 180, 173

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