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parity

Pronunciation: [ˈpærɪti]

Word

Context: “mathematics”

(noun) parity means whether a number is even or odd. If a number is even, it has parity. Odd numbers do not have it.

Example

The number 4 is an example of parity because it is even.

Example

The number 7 does not have parity because it is odd.

Example

What is the parity of the number 10?

Context: “economics”

(noun) parity refers to the state of being equal or equivalent, especially in prices or value. It means two things are balanced in some way.

Example

The country's currency reached parity with the dollar, making it worth the same.

Example

The prices of goods were not at parity, so one was much cheaper than the other.

Example

How can we achieve parity in different markets?

Context: “technology”

(noun) parity can mean having equal access and representation in technology or systems. It means everyone gets the same chance.

Example

The new policy promoted parity in access to online resources for all students.

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Without parity, some groups of people could not use the technology at all.

Example

What steps are being taken to ensure parity in internet access for everyone?

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