standardization (redirected from Non-standard)

stan·dard·i·za·tion (stndr-d-zshn)

n.

1. The making of a solution of definite strength so that it may be used for comparison and in tests.

2. The making of a drug or other preparation so that it conforms to the type or standard.

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Standardization

The process of determining established norms and procedures for a test to act as a standard reference point for future test results. The Stanford-Binet test was standardized on a national representative sample of 5,000 subjects.

Mentioned in: Holtzman Ink Blot Test, Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI-2), Psychological Tests, Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scales, Wechsler Intelligence Test

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standardization, standardize.

See standard.

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standardization

weighted averaging of a characteristic. It is usually specific to a standard distribution of age or other characteristic.

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exposure factor standardization

in radiology is the elimination of variation as much as possible in as many as possible factors which affect the optimum exposure time. Includes using a standard anode-film distance, use of the same chemicals and preparation technique, eliminating surges and drops in input voltage, and use of the same screen-film combination.