A random variable X has expected value E(X) = 5 and E(X²) = 29. The variance is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A random variable X has expected value E(X) = 5 and E(X²) = 29. The variance is:
A. 4
B. 24
C. 2
D. 5
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Var(X) = E(X²) - [E(X)]² = 29 - 25 = 4.

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