factor

noun

1
(genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity
genes were formerly called factors
2
an independent variable in statistics
3
an abstract part of something
jealousy was a component of his character
two constituents of a musical composition are melody and harmony
4
anything that contributes causally to a result
a number of factors determined the outcome
5
a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission
6
any of the numbers (or symbols) that form a product when multiplied together
7
one of two or more integers that can be exactly divided into another integer
what are the 4 factors of 6?

1
resolve into factors
a quantum computer can factor the number 15
2
consider as relevant when making a decision
You must factor in the recent developments
3
be a contributing factor
make things factor into a company's profitability

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