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Discover LudwigThe word "merit-based" is correct and usable in written English
It is often used in reference to the selection process of awarding an academic or occupational position, or when referring to rewards or endorsements based on an individual's achievements or performance. For example: The company awards merit-based scholarships to students who demonstrate outstanding academic ability.
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First, she called out "merit-based" awards that are based on testing.
Earlier this year, Mayor Rahm Emanuel unveiled a merit-based bonus program for principals based on student performance.
Not all colleges offer merit-based aid.
§ 22.315 Merit-based, competitive procedures.
Our admissions policies are merit-based.
Or merit-based pay for teachers?
Do they do merit-based pay?
This is where merit-based arguments fail.
More on the Merit-Based Grant.
It's a largely merit-based system, where results determine compensation.
It calculates both need-based and merit-based aid.
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