coefficient

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A coefficient is a number that shows how much one thing affects another. For example, if you're reading about a study that says exercise reduces stress by 3 times as much as meditation, the "3" is a coefficient.

In math and science, coefficients are super useful for describing relationships between different things. They help us understand how changing one factor can affect another. Let's say you're trying to figure out how much water you need for a recipe based on the number of people eating it. The recipe might have a coefficient that says for every 2 people, you'll need an extra cup of water. It's like having a multiplier that helps you scale up or down depending on your needs.

How common is "coefficient"?

Word coefficient is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in academic texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions

adjective

  • Cooperating.

Real examples of "coefficient" in context

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