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Factor
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faktor, gen
(genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity
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faktor, element
one of the things that affects something or contributes to it
Example
Poor weather conditions were a significant factor in the cancellation of the outdoor event.
The availability of skilled workers is a key factor in attracting businesses to the region.
Economic stability is an important factor for investors when considering where to put their money.
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faktor, moment
an abstract part of something
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faktor, delare
(mathematics) one of the numbers that another number can be divided by
Example
A factor of a number divides it evenly without leaving a remainder.
The prime factors of 12 are 2 and 3, as 12 can be divided by both 2 and 3.
The number 1 and the number itself are always factors of any integer.
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faktor, kommissionär
a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission
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faktor, variabel
an independent variable in statistics
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faktor, siffra
any of the numbers (or symbols) that form a product when multiplied together
to factor
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faktorisera, faktorera
to break down a number or expression into smaller parts that multiply together to produce the original number or expression
Intransitive
Transitive: to factor a number
Example
Factoring 12 gives you 2 × 2 × 3.
Factoring allows you to simplify complex expressions.
Factoring helps in finding roots of polynomial equations.
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faktorerade, betraktade
to include something as important when deciding or planning
Transitive: to factor sth into a plan or decision
Example
She factored the weather into her plans for the outdoor event.
You should factor his experience into your choice for the team leader.
The company factored customer feedback into the product design.
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factors, påverka
to play a part in causing something or influencing the outcome
Intransitive: to factor into a decision or plan
Example
The weather factored heavily into the cancellation of the event.
Her dedication factored into the team ’s success.
Stress and lack of sleep factored into his poor performance.
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