sequential method

[/sɪˈkwɛnʃəl ˈmɛθəd/]
nounpl: sequential methods
método sequencial
1. A systematic approach or procedure that involves performing tasks, steps, or operations in a specific order, one after another
The sequential method ensures that each task is completed before the next one begins.
O método sequencial garante que cada tarefa seja concluída antes da próxima começar.
2. In statistics and research, a technique for hypothesis testing or data analysis where decisions are made as data is collected progressively
The researcher used a sequential method to analyze the results as they arrived.
O pesquisador usou um método sequencial para analisar os resultados conforme chegavam.
3. In computing and programming, an approach that executes operations in a predetermined linear sequence
The algorithm follows a sequential method to process the data step by step.
O algoritmo segue um método sequencial para processar os dados passo a passo.
The term 'sequential method' is widely used in Brazilian and Portuguese academic, scientific, and technical contexts. It reflects a systematic approach valued in education and business processes. In both American and Brazilian contexts, this methodology is fundamental to programming, quality control, and project management.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
step-by-step methodlinear methodordered procedurestepwise approachincremental method
Antonyms / Antônimos
parallel methodconcurrent methodsimultaneous approachrandom method

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
método sequencial
Standard term used across Brazil in academic and professional contexts
Portugal
método sequencial
Same terminology used in Portuguese academic and technical literature
Technical/Scientific
método sequencial or análise sequencial
In statistics and research contexts, often used interchangeably

Related Words

sequential analysissequenceprocedurealgorithmiterationchronological order

Related Idioms & Phrases

one step at a time
in order
step by step
passo a passo
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