1. Numerical or quantitative standards that have been officially accepted, validated, or authorized by a relevant authority, organization, or regulatory body
The approved values for water quality parameters are set by the environmental agency.
Os valores aprovados para parâmetros de qualidade da água são estabelecidos pela agência ambiental.
2. In technical or scientific contexts, reference values or benchmark figures that serve as acceptable limits or standards
Manufacturers must ensure their products meet the approved values for emissions.
Os fabricantes devem garantir que seus produtos atendam aos valores aprovados para emissões.
3. In financial or accounting contexts, amounts or figures that have been officially sanctioned or agreed upon
The budget committee reviewed and established the approved values for the fiscal year.
O comitê de orçamento revisou e estabeleceu os valores aprovados para o ano fiscal.