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  • If the readings are done correctly, and the k-factor equations worked to the tenth decimal place, then it's really just a matter of adjustment, making the indicated corrections.

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  • Generally, any given analysis will have some object ID requirements and some fudge factors, such as the probability for a jet to fake an electron or the k-factor applied to the leading order Z+3jet x-section.

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  • It's just as possible for a bunch of simpletons to set up an organization for one purpose, and have it turn out to be a supercharged, high-frequency k-factor amplifier.

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  • "The k-factor is the war factor," Adao Costa said.

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  • These were the reinforcers, the individuals and groups who were k-factor amplifiers.

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  • All you need is a few more neutrons around, giving you a k-factor of 1.00000001 and you are headed for trouble.

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  • It's the k-factor that counts, not surface appearance.

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  • The k-factor is one of the many factors that interrelate in a society.

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  • On the other hand, a k-factor of 0.999999999 is just as bad.

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  • This balance of neutron generation and absorption is the k-factor of the reactor.

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