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coefficient

Pronunciación: [koʊˈɛfɪʃənt]

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Cómo usar coefficient en una oración: 2 significados y 6 ejemplos con audio.

Contexto: «mathematics»

(noun) a coefficient is a number used to multiply a variable in an equation. It tells us how many times to use that variable. If we have 3x, the number 3 is the coefficient, and it means we have three times the value of x.

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In the equation 4x + 2y = 10, the number 4 is the coefficient of x.

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In the expression x^2, there is no visible coefficient in front of the x.

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What is the coefficient of y in the equation 5x + 7y = 14?

Contexto: «science»

(noun) a coefficient can also describe a numerical value that expresses a relationship between different quantities, like how much something increases or decreases. For example, the coefficient of friction shows how easily two surfaces slide against each other.

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The coefficient of friction between rubber and concrete allows cars to grip the road well.

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If the coefficient of friction is very low, it means the surfaces slide easily without grip.

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How does the coefficient of friction affect the performance of a vehicle?

Cómo se pronuncia coefficient

Pronunciación: [koʊˈɛfɪʃənt]

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