coefficient

coefficient

Nombre fixe qui multiplie une lettre ou une expression en algèbre.

En anglais simple : The fixed number by which a letter or expression is multiplied in algebra.

• In 3x, the coefficient is three.
• Find the coefficient of x in this expression.
• The equation contains two negative coefficients.

Comment l'utiliser : coefficient of something (The coefficient of y is seven.)

Synonymes : multiplier

Expressions courantes : coefficient of something, negative coefficient, constant coefficient

coefficient

Nombre qui mesure une caractéristique précise d'un matériau, d'un processus ou d'une relation.

En anglais simple : A number that measures a particular feature of a material, process, or relationship.

• We measured the coefficient of friction.
• The material has a low expansion coefficient.
• A higher correlation coefficient suggests a stronger relationship.

Comment l'utiliser : coefficient of something (Rubber has a high coefficient of friction on this surface.)

Synonymes : constant

Expressions courantes : coefficient of friction, correlation coefficient, expansion coefficient