determinant

You can test how “nicely” a function moves everything around in space by calculating something called the Jacobian determinant.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 6, 2026

A paycheck isn’t the only determinant of where Americans place themselves on the socioeconomic ladder.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 27, 2026

The crucial determinant of market direction, however, is what Hartnett calls the Maginot Line of the 5% level on the 30-year U.S.

From MarketWatch ● May 1, 2026

Core inflation—which excludes the more volatile food and energy prices and is considered a better determinant of long-run trends—is expected to be more muted for March, though still exhibiting some upward momentum.

From Barron's ● Apr. 9, 2026

“The most powerful determinant of who you are is inside you,” he said.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover

And you can’t talk about health without addressing its broader social determinants: housing, food security and financial stability.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 23, 2026

Plaid Cymru said it would address "the social determinants of mental health.. by ensuring that the public and third sectors work effectively together" if elected to government, and Labour has been asked for comment.

From BBC ● Apr. 17, 2026

"For many years, lifespan was attributed mainly to non-genetic factors, fueling skepticism about genetic determinants of longevity."

From Science Daily ● Apr. 13, 2026

“While a resilient stock market and higher interest rates helped fuel our financial results, the more lasting determinants of long-term success are delivering exceptional customer service and growing market share,” Johnson wrote.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 2, 2026

It is clear by this that sex of rearing, rather than genetic determinants, plays a greater role in the establishment of gender identity.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides