standardized rate
[ˈstændərdaɪzd reɪt]
nounpl: standardized rates
taxa padronizada
1. A rate adjusted to a standard population structure to allow for fair comparison between different groups or time periods, commonly used in epidemiology and public health statistics
The standardized rate of mortality was calculated using the World Health Organization's standard population.
A taxa padronizada de mortalidade foi calculada utilizando a população padrão da Organização Mundial da Saúde.
2. In insurance and finance, a uniform rate applied across all customers or regions to ensure consistency and fairness
The insurance company adopted a standardized rate for all policyholders in the same risk category.
A companhia de seguros adotou uma taxa padronizada para todos os segurados na mesma categoria de risco.
3. A fixed or uniform pricing structure established by regulation or agreement
The utility company must charge customers using the standardized rate approved by the regulatory commission.
A empresa de serviços públicos deve cobrar dos clientes utilizando a taxa padronizada aprovada pela comissão regulatória.
This term is essential in Brazilian and Portuguese public health discourse, particularly in government health agencies (ANVISA, INPES) and epidemiological research. It reflects international standards for health statistics, allowing Brazil to compare disease and mortality patterns with other countries. In the USA, standardized rates are critical for CDC reporting and comparing health outcomes across different demographic groups.
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