Terminology For Data analysis Flashcards
1
Q
Inverse square relationship
A
The intensity of the radiation is inversely proportional to the square of the distance.
2
Q
Inversely proportional
A
as one quantity increases, the other decreases.
3
Q
Directly proportional
A
they increase or decrease together.
4
Q
Linear relationship
A
They increase or decrease together but on a graph not just a data table.
5
Q
Symbol (∝)
A
Sign for direct or inversely proportional. Use A or B to show what is inversely or directly proportional to each other. a∝1/b
