significant variance
[sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt ˈvɛriəns]
noun phrasefemininepl: significant variances / variâncias significativas
variância significativa
1. A notable or meaningful difference between expected and actual values, or between two measurements or outcomes
There was a significant variance between the projected budget and actual expenses.
Houve uma variância significativa entre o orçamento projetado e as despesas reais.
2. In statistics, a difference large enough to be unlikely due to chance alone
The study found a significant variance in test scores between the two groups.
O estudo encontrou uma variância significativa nos resultados dos testes entre os dois grupos.
3. In business/accounting, a substantial deviation from standard or budgeted amounts
The auditor reported a significant variance in quarterly revenue.
O auditor reportou uma variância significativa na receita trimestral.
This is primarily technical/professional terminology used in finance, statistics, and business management in both Brazilian and American English contexts. In Brazil, the term is widely used in corporate accounting and academic research. The concept is crucial in quality control and performance management across both cultures.
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