quality-adjusted

adjective

Adjusted to take into account differences in quality.

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Meanings

adjectivequality-adjusted (not comparable)
  1. not comparableAdjusted to take into account differences in quality.

    A striking characteristic of high-tech products is the rapid decrease of their quality-adjusted prices.

    2015, Arthur Fishman, Rafael Rob, Product Innovations and Quality-Adjusted Prices
    1. not comparableeconomicsAdjusted to take into account certain negative factors affecting a person's overall well-being.

      Quality-adjusted life expectancy is a preferred outcome measure because it takes into account the patient's preferences for the quality of life in each outcome state.

      2007, Harold C. Sox, Medical Decision Making, page 300
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      In tandem with efforts to improve governance systems and enhance participation, accountability and the rule of law, this appears the most appropriate approach for advancing quality-adjusted human development.

      2021, What Drives Quality-adjusted Human Development Achievements?
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