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When comparing variation in size between two groups of organisms, it is often considered more useful to compare standard deviations rather than ranges. Explain why.

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Range influenced by 1 outlier
S.D. shows spread about mean, range only shows extremes
S.D. allows statistical use –> Tests if diff sig

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