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Understanding Mean and Standard Deviation (with examples)

Updated: December 14, 2025 • Category: Statistics Basics • Reading time: ~10 minutes

A beginner-friendly, detailed guide that explains what mean and standard deviation are, how they work, and how to use them correctly in real life.

Updated: December 14, 2025 • Category: Statistics Basics • Reading time: ~10 minutes

Learn the difference between sample and population SD, why n−1 matters, and how to choose the correct formula in reports.