La variance
Example: La variance des résultats montre une grande diversité dans l'étude.
Definition
"La variance" in research refers to a statistical measure that quantifies the degree of spread or dispersion of a set of data points around their mean. It indicates how much the results differ from the average, showing the diversity or variability within a study’s outcomes.
Etymology
The term "la variance" comes from the French word 'variance,' derived from the Latin 'variantia,' meaning 'difference' or 'change.' It entered statistical language to describe how data points vary, highlighting the concept of variability in research findings.
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"La variance" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Research - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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