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continuous factor

[kənˈtɪnjuəs ˈfæktər]
nounpl: continuous factors
fator contínuo
1. A variable or element that remains consistently present or active throughout a process, system, or period of time without interruption
Quality control is a continuous factor in our manufacturing process.
O controle de qualidade é um fator contínuo em nosso processo de fabricação.
2. In mathematics and statistics, a variable that can take any value within a given range
Temperature is a continuous factor in this experiment.
A temperatura é um fator contínuo neste experimento.
3. A persistent element or influence that constantly affects an outcome or situation
Customer satisfaction remains a continuous factor in our business strategy.
A satisfação do cliente permanece um fator contínuo em nossa estratégia comercial.
Synonyms
ongoing factorpersistent variableconstant elementcontinuous variable
Antonyms
discontinuous factordiscrete factorsporadic elementintermittent variable

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fator contínuo
Standard term used in business and scientific contexts
São Paulo
fator contínuo
Common in technical and industrial usage
Portugal
fator contínuo
Used in academic and technical Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

a constant in the equation
an ongoing consideration
a persistent influence
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