critical value
noun
: the value of an independent variable corresponding to a critical point of a function
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Strive to emphasize the critical value that each individual's strength and perspective contributes to the overall success.
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Meridith Alexander, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2024
There is a critical value for this error rate.
—Zaira Nazario, Scientific American, 1 May 2022
With one element still in testing, wearers sleeping in the higher camps wake to the system’s vibrating alarm if oxygen-saturation levels drop below some preset critical value (typically about 85 percent, though the number is individualized for each climber).
—Nick Davidson, Outside Online, 15 Aug. 2020
The overall density of the universe seems to be exactly the critical value that produces an overall flat geometry.
—Corey S. Powell, Discover Magazine, 20 Aug. 2013
Data is a critical value driver, but data leaders frequently have to spearhead initiatives with limited authority and resources.
—Keith Ferrazzi, Forbes, 19 May 2022
Data Sets' Beyond Surveys There is critical value in leveraging data to make better decisions in organizations.
—Rob Catalano, Forbes, 31 Jan. 2022
Most allies and advocates know that listening to LGBTQ+ employee perspectives is important and are aware of the critical value of increasing representation in top leadership.
—London Business School, Forbes, 10 June 2021
At some critical moment, the surface temperatures on Venus will reach a critical value: about 100 °C (212 °F), or maybe a little higher depending on the atmospheric pressure at the time.
—Ethan Siegel, Forbes, 16 Apr. 2021
Meridith Alexander, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2024
There is a critical value for this error rate.
—Zaira Nazario, Scientific American, 1 May 2022
With one element still in testing, wearers sleeping in the higher camps wake to the system’s vibrating alarm if oxygen-saturation levels drop below some preset critical value (typically about 85 percent, though the number is individualized for each climber).
—Nick Davidson, Outside Online, 15 Aug. 2020
The overall density of the universe seems to be exactly the critical value that produces an overall flat geometry.
—Corey S. Powell, Discover Magazine, 20 Aug. 2013
Data is a critical value driver, but data leaders frequently have to spearhead initiatives with limited authority and resources.
—Keith Ferrazzi, Forbes, 19 May 2022
Data Sets' Beyond Surveys There is critical value in leveraging data to make better decisions in organizations.
—Rob Catalano, Forbes, 31 Jan. 2022
Most allies and advocates know that listening to LGBTQ+ employee perspectives is important and are aware of the critical value of increasing representation in top leadership.
—London Business School, Forbes, 10 June 2021
At some critical moment, the surface temperatures on Venus will reach a critical value: about 100 °C (212 °F), or maybe a little higher depending on the atmospheric pressure at the time.
—Ethan Siegel, Forbes, 16 Apr. 2021
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“Critical value.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/critical%20value. Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.
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