intermediate value

[/ˌɪntərˈmiːdiət ˈvæljuː/]
nounpl: intermediate values
valor intermediário
1. A value that lies between two other values or data points, particularly in mathematics and statistics
The intermediate value theorem states that a continuous function takes on every value between its minimum and maximum.
O teorema do valor intermediário afirma que uma função contínua assume todos os valores entre seu mínimo e máximo.
2. In calculus, any value that falls between two endpoint values of a function on an interval
If f(a) = 2 and f(b) = 8, then there exists an intermediate value c where f(c) = 5.
Se f(a) = 2 e f(b) = 8, então existe um valor intermediário c onde f(c) = 5.
3. In data analysis, a value positioned between lower and upper bounds or quartiles
The intermediate value in our dataset helps us understand the distribution of data.
O valor intermediário em nosso conjunto de dados nos ajuda a entender a distribuição dos dados.
This term is predominantly used in academic and professional mathematical contexts in both Brazil and the United States. It is a fundamental concept taught in calculus courses and is essential for understanding continuity and function behavior. In Brazilian universities, 'valor intermediário' is the standard terminology found in textbooks translated from English or written following international mathematical conventions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
middle valueintermediate quantitymidpoint value
Antonyms / Antônimos
extreme valueendpointboundary value

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
valor intermediário
Standard mathematical term used in textbooks and academic contexts
São Paulo
valor intermediário
Commonly used in engineering and mathematics departments
Portugal
valor intermediário
Same usage as Brazil; occasionally 'valor médio' in less formal contexts
USA/General English
intermediate value
Primary term in calculus and mathematical analysis courses

Related Words

intermediate value theoremcontinuous functionmean valuemedian

Related Idioms & Phrases

intermediate value theorem (IVT)
find the intermediate value
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