acceleration principle
noun
: a theory in economics: an increase or decrease in income induces a corresponding but magnified change in investment
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Implications beyond rail transport Researchers say the same electromagnetic acceleration principle has uses well beyond trains.
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Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 26 Dec. 2025
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“Acceleration principle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acceleration%20principle. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.
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