Fudge Factor (Noun)
Meaning
A quantity that is added or subtracted in order to increase the accuracy of a scientific measure.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The researchers found that including a fudge factor of 0.05 in their calculations improved the accuracy of their results.
- In order to account for margin of error, the scientist added a fudge factor to the data collected from the experiment.
- The fudge factor used in the climate model helped to more accurately predict the effects of global warming.
- A fudge factor was introduced in the calculation to take into account the variability in the patient's responses to the medication.
- By incorporating a carefully determined fudge factor, the engineers were able to improve the overall reliability of their measurements.