Variance

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Variance, σ2, is a measure of the distribution's variability. It is the sum of the squared deviations about the expected value.


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According to Financial Management Theory and Practice by Eugene F. Brigham and Michael C. Ehrhardt (13th edition),

Variance, σ2. A measure of the distribution's variability. It is the sum of the squared deviations about the expected value.

According to Juran's Quality Handbook by Defeo (7th edition),

Variance. The average squared deviation of each data point from the mean.

According to Cost Accounting by Horngren, Datar, Rajan (14th edition),

Variance. The difference between actual result and expected performance.

According to Managerial Accounting by Braun, Tietz (5th edition),

Variance. The difference between an actual figures and budgeted figures.

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