preliminary methods
[ˌprɪˈlɪmɪneri ˈmeθədz]
noun phrasepl: preliminary methods
métodos preliminares
1. Initial or preparatory procedures or techniques used before the main process or final approach to accomplish a task or research goal
The preliminary methods involved surveying the site before construction began.
Os métodos preliminares envolveram a pesquisa do local antes do início da construção.
2. Early-stage approaches or strategies employed in scientific research, investigations, or projects to establish foundations for more detailed work
The researchers used preliminary methods to gather basic data for their study.
Os pesquisadores usaram métodos preliminares para coletar dados básicos para seu estudo.
3. Introductory techniques or procedures that precede comprehensive or definitive methodologies
Preliminary methods in software development include prototyping and feasibility testing.
Os métodos preliminares no desenvolvimento de software incluem prototipagem e testes de viabilidade.
The phrase 'preliminary methods' is commonly used in both American and Brazilian academic and professional settings, particularly in scientific research, project management, and legal proceedings. In Brazil, it's frequently encountered in graduate programs and corporate environments where structured methodologies are emphasized. The term reflects a formal, organized approach valued in both cultures' business and educational spheres.
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