Sentence examples for as a definition of measurement from inspiring English sources

But this characterization also fits various kinds of perceptual and linguistic activities that are not usually considered measurements, and is therefore too broad to count as a definition of measurement.

If a definition of measurement is to pay respect to this basic fact, it cannot be so narrowly construed as to apply to only one area of scientific activity (e.g., physics); on the other hand, the definition cannot be so permissive as to trivialize the concept to the point that measurement is not recognizably superior to, for instance, guesses or statements of opinion.

(a)Definition of insanity.

This indication is insufficient as a definition of an endpoint, as only the measurement parameter, but not the allocation of the treatment group comparisons can be given as a "primary" or "secondary" endpoint.

In this study, we were not able to consistently use two consecutive HIV RNA measurements as a definition of virologic failure.

Any measurement of velocity requires, however, a definition of the measure of length and of time.

The literature supports a definition of 'small' pneumothorax as measuring less than 1.5 cm at the greatest lateral measurement on an upright chest radiograph [30, 31].

Measurement begins with a definition of the quantity that is to be measured, and it always involves a comparison with some known quantity of the same kind.

General data extraction included the information on the publication dates, methodology of the study, number of individuals enrolled and their characteristics as well as definition of OSA and its measurement (symptomatology/questionnaire vs. instrumental sleep monitoring).

Results showed 'small' lacerations left unsutured healed as well as ones which were sutured, however the definition and measurement of healing was not clarified, nor was a definition of a 'small' laceration provided.

A Definition of Formula Algol.