Tendency
Tendency is a term used in various fields to describe a pattern or inclination towards a certain behavior or outcome. In psychology, it refers to a person's predisposition to behave in a certain way. In statistics, it refers to a pattern in data that suggests a particular direction or trend.
Psychology[edit | edit source]
In psychology, a tendency is often used to describe a person's inclination to behave in a certain way. This can be influenced by a variety of factors, including genetics, environment, and personality traits. For example, a person may have a tendency to be introverted, meaning they prefer spending time alone or in small groups, rather than in large social gatherings.
Statistics[edit | edit source]
In statistics, a tendency refers to a pattern in data that suggests a particular direction or trend. This can be used to predict future outcomes or to identify underlying patterns in a dataset. For example, if a company's sales have been increasing by 10% each year for the past five years, this could be described as a tendency.
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External links[edit | edit source]
- Definition of Tendency at Merriam-Webster
- Definition of Tendency at Dictionary.com
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