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The random error in the arithmetic mean of 100 observations is x, then random error in the arithmetic mean of 400 observations would be

A

4x

B

`(1)/(4)x`

C

2x

D

`(1)/(2)x`

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The correct Answer is:
B
Since error is measured for 400 observations instead of 100 observations. So error will reduce by `1//4` factor.
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