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normalize [′nȯr·mə‚līz] (computer science) To adjust the representation of a quantity so that this representation lies within a prescribed range. In particular, to adjust the exponent and mantissa of a floating point number so that the mantissa falls within a prescribed range. (mathematics) To multiply a quantity by a suitable constant or scalar so that it then has norm one; that is, its norm is then equal to one. (metallurgy) To heat a ferrous alloy to some temperature above the transformation range, followed by air cooling. (quantum mechanics) To multiply a wave function by a constant so that its norm is equal to unity. (statistics) To carry out a normal transformation on a variate. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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This was done in the supine position in order to normalize the data. 26) Therefore, it is possible to normalize force measurements with the variables of age and sex. Furthermore, its global pedigree helps normalize data sets across borders, sectors and industries. |
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