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figure of merit

/ˈfɪɡər əv ˈmerɪt/

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/ˈfɪɡər əv ˈmerɪt/C1formaltechnical
  • ruЧисловая величина, используемая для характеристики производительности или качества системы, устройства или процесса, часто относительно идеального стандарта или альтернативных вариантов.

A numerical quantity used to characterize the performance or quality of a system, device, or process, often relative to an ideal standard or alternative options.

  1. Performance metricC1formal

    A numerical quantity used to characterize the performance of a device, system, or method relative to its alternatives.

    ruПоказатель качества

    • The signal-to-noise ratio is a common figure of merit for audio equipment.
    • Engineers use a specific figure of merit to compare different solar panel efficiencies.
    • The figure of merit for this amplifier indicates excellent linearity.