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Sigma

Quick Summary of Sigma

In mathematics, the Greek symbol sigma represents a summation operator.

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Dictionary Definition

  1. The eighteenth letter of the Classical and Modern Greek, the twentieth letter of Old and Ancient.
  2. mathematics The symbol Σ, used to indicate summation of a set or series.
  3. statistics The symbol σ, used to indicate one standard deviation from the mean, particularly in a normal distribution.

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Definitions for Sigma are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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