multiple factor

noun

: one of a group of nonallelic genes that according to the multiple-factor hypothesis control various quantitative hereditary characters

Examples of multiple factor in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Wheaton’s production has been weighed down by multiple factors over 2023. Trefis Team, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 And multiple factors play a role in that phenomenon, experts said. Sudiksha Kochi, USA TODAY, 13 Jan. 2024 Dynamic pricing can take into account multiple factors, including off-peak sales. Ben Brasch, Washington Post, 27 Feb. 2024 Factors Influencing Pass Rates The variation in pass rates can be attributed to multiple factors: Exam Content and Structure: The complexity and volume of the content in each section significantly affect candidates’ preparation and performance. Bryce Welker, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2024 According to the report, schools were ranked on multiple factors, including state test scores, college readiness, graduation rates, teacher quality, public school district ratings, and more. Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 21 Feb. 2024 Between the major political parties, Democrats were more likely than Republicans to see multiple factors as major obstacles for women seeking top leadership positions in business. Jeanne Sahadi, CNN, 27 Sep. 2023 The payout each beneficiary will get is influenced by multiple factors, such as household size, income limits, and additional assets. Eden Villalovas, Washington Examiner, 9 Jan. 2024 And there are multiple factors and distinctions to consider, including the love of performing at any age versus the risk of self-parody as one’s abilities audibly and visibly decline. George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Dec. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1915, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of multiple factor was in 1915

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“Multiple factor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/multiple%20factor. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

multiple factor

noun
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