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coefficient in French

coefficient in French is coefficient, facteur — coefficient means a number placed in front of a variable that multiplies it, in an algebraic expression.

coefficient in French

coefficient
noun
(mathematics) A constant by which an algebraic term is multiplied.
facteur
noun
(mathematics) A constant by which an algebraic term is multiplied.
coefficient
noun
A number, value, or item that serves as a measure of some property or characteristic.

What does "coefficient" mean?

  1. noun A number placed in front of a variable that multiplies it, in an algebraic expression.
    "In 5x + 2, the coefficient of x is 5."
  2. noun A number that measures a particular physical property or characteristic.
    "The coefficient of friction determines how easily the block slides."
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coefficient in a sentence

  • In 5x + 2, the coefficient of x is 5.
  • She adjusted the coefficient to fit the data better.
  • The coefficient of friction determines how easily the block slides.

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What is "coefficient" in French?

"coefficient" in French is coefficient, facteur. coefficient means: A number placed in front of a variable that multiplies it, in an algebraic expression.

How do you use "coefficient" in a sentence?

Example: "In 5x + 2, the coefficient of x is 5." In French, "coefficient" is coefficient, facteur.

Are there other ways to say "coefficient" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "coefficient": coefficient, facteur.

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