Laboratory Formula
Coefficient of Variation Formula Formula
Measures relative variability of data compared with its mean.
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Formula Summary
Coefficient of Variation Formula
Measures relative variability of data compared with its mean.
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- Laboratory
- Equation
- CV = (σ / μ) × 100
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Equation
CV = (σ / μ) × 100
Variables
- CV = coefficient of variation
- σ = standard deviation
- μ = mean
How to Use This Formula
- Identify the known values from the problem statement.
- Convert all values into compatible units.
- Substitute the values into the equation and calculate the result.
- Check that the final answer has the correct unit and meaning.