Significance of Indicator
Synonyms: Sign, Signal, Gauge, Marker, Measure, Criterion, Reference., Mark, Index, Clue, Hint
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Buddhist concept of 'Indicator'
In Buddhism, the term "Indicator" symbolizes a representation or signal that signifies deeper connections contingent upon awareness and understanding, guiding practitioners toward insights beyond surface reality.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) Its absence explains why gestures are not apprehended always, providing a reason for their inconsistent perception.[1] (2) A representation or signal that points to something else, in this case, the connection that relies on cognizance.[2]
The concept of Indicator in scientific sources
The keyphrase "Indicator" refers to a measure or piece of information that offers insights into a specific phenomenon, as highlighted in a study conducting an in-depth analysis of this concept.
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) Criteria and indicators used in a science and technical based approach to operationalize the concept of sustainable development alongside globalization, characterizing diverse aspects of sustainable development.[3] (2) A list of indicators was developed to quantify and explore the sustainability performance of asparagus value chains.[4] (3) Indicators are used to measure the bioeconomy, with value added and GDP being common metrics, alongside turnover, labor market contributions, and environmental impacts.[5] (4) These are measures or components from which conclusions on a phenomenon of interest can be inferred, often used to support decision-making in policy and planning.[6] (5) This assessment tool was required to evaluate options when handling MADA questions and is used to assess decision parameters.[7]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) An indicator is a measurable element used to assess the degree to which an age-friendly community is achieving its goals and to monitor progress over time.[8] (2) Indicators are the specific metrics or variables measured for each sample in the entropy evaluation method, with 'm' denoting the number of indicators.[9] (3) An indicator is a binary variable assigned values of 0 or 1, used in disjunctive kriging to classify the spatial location based on whether the concentration of a heavy metal is equal to or greater than a defined threshold concentration (zc).[10] (4) Specific measurements needed in three broad areas—vulnerability/exposure, current impacts/projected risks, and adaptation processes/system resilience—that must be sensitive, valid, and useful for tracking progress.[11] (5) A specific metric used to gauge functioning, for which a decision must be made regarding its sufficiency or insufficiency across different circumstances and potential problems.[12]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This refers to a sign or piece of information that shows the condition or nature of something, and is urgently needed to predict mistrust.[13] (2) A measure or piece of information that provides insights into a particular phenomenon, and the study analyzes an in-depth investigation of this.[14]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) This is a measure used to represent a concept, and the infant mortality rate is used as a health indicator.[15] (2) This is the item that measures the effect on the Infection Prevention Behavior of health personnel, which is valid if the loading factor value is greater than 0.5.[16]