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moda

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At the A1 level, you are just starting your journey with Portuguese. You might already know 'moda' as 'fashion,' but it is good to know that it can also mean 'the most common thing' in a group. Imagine you have a bag of candies: 5 red ones, 2 blue ones, and 1 green one. The red candy is the 'moda' because there are more red candies than any other color. At this level, you don't need to worry about complex math. Just remember that 'a moda' is a feminine word and it means the most frequent item. You can use it in very simple sentences like 'A moda é vermelho' (The mode is red) or 'Qual é a moda?' (What is the mode?). It is a great way to start talking about groups of things and identifying what is popular or common. Even at this early stage, learning technical words like 'moda' helps build a strong foundation for future academic studies in Portuguese. You will mostly see this word in very basic math exercises or when talking about simple preferences in a classroom setting. Don't worry about the plural form yet; just focus on 'a moda' as a single concept. Remember to always use the feminine article 'a' with 'moda.' This is a rule that applies regardless of what items you are counting. If you are counting 'carros' (cars, which is masculine), you still say 'A moda é o carro azul.' The word 'moda' stays feminine. This is a very important part of Portuguese grammar called gender agreement.
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As an A2 learner, you are building more complex sentences and starting to describe data more accurately. You should understand that 'moda' is one of the three main ways to talk about the center of a group of numbers, along with 'média' (mean) and 'mediana' (median). At this level, you can use 'moda' to describe everyday observations. For example, 'A moda das cores das camisas hoje é azul' (The mode of the shirt colors today is blue). You are also learning to use adjectives with your nouns. Remember that because 'moda' is feminine, your adjectives must also be feminine. For example, 'uma moda clara' (a clear mode) or 'a primeira moda' (the first mode). You might encounter 'moda' in simple newspaper articles or in basic business reports. It is a useful word for describing the most frequent outcome in a survey or a game. You should also start to notice the difference between 'moda' and 'maioria.' While they are similar, 'moda' specifically refers to the item with the highest count, which might not be more than half of the total. Practice using 'moda' with the verb 'ser' (to be) in the present tense: 'A moda é...' This will help you describe your findings in simple Portuguese. You can also start using it with simple prepositions like 'de' (of): 'A moda de idade na sala é vinte anos.' This structure allows you to specify what group you are talking about, making your communication much clearer and more professional.
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At the B1 level, you are expected to use 'moda' in more formal and technical contexts. You should be comfortable discussing it in a classroom or professional setting. You will learn that a data set can have more than one mode. If there are two most frequent values, the set is 'bimodal.' If there are many, it is 'multimodal.' This is where your vocabulary starts to become more specialized. You should also be able to explain why the 'moda' is useful. For instance, 'A moda é útil para dados qualitativos, como nomes ou cores' (The mode is useful for qualitative data, such as names or colors). You are now moving beyond simple descriptions and starting to analyze why certain measures are chosen over others. You might use 'moda' in a sentence like, 'Nesta pesquisa, a moda nos ajuda a entender a preferência dos consumidores' (In this research, the mode helps us understand consumer preference). You should also be careful with the homonym 'moda' (fashion). At B1, you should be able to distinguish between 'Esta roupa está na moda' (This clothing is in fashion) and 'A moda dos dados é dez' (The mode of the data is ten) based on the context. Your ability to navigate these different meanings shows that you are becoming a more proficient speaker. You can also start using more complex verb tenses, like the past or the future, to describe changes in data: 'A moda foi cinco, mas agora é seis' (The mode was five, but now it is six). This adds a dynamic element to your descriptions and allows you to talk about trends over time.
At the B2 level, you should have a firm grasp of 'moda' as a statistical term and be able to use it in academic writing or professional presentations. You will likely encounter it in scientific articles, economic reports, and social science research. You should be able to discuss the 'classe modal' (modal class) when dealing with grouped data. This requires a higher level of precision. For example, 'A classe modal desta distribuição de frequências situa-se entre 1000 e 1500 euros' (The modal class of this frequency distribution lies between 1000 and 1500 euros). You are also expected to understand the relationship between the mode, mean, and median in different types of distributions. In a 'distribuição simétrica' (symmetrical distribution), they all coincide. In an 'assimétrica' (asymmetrical) one, they differ. Being able to explain these concepts in Portuguese shows a high level of fluency. You should also use more sophisticated connectors and transition words in your explanations. For instance, 'Consequentemente, a moda torna-se o indicador mais representativo para este conjunto específico' (Consequently, the mode becomes the most representative indicator for this specific set). At this level, your pronunciation should be clear, and you should be able to use the word effortlessly in a variety of registers, from a formal lecture to a technical discussion with colleagues. You should also be aware of how 'moda' is used in data cleaning processes, such as 'imputação pela moda' (imputation by the mode), which is a common technique in data science to handle missing values.
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At the C1 level, you are approaching near-native proficiency and should be able to use 'moda' with total confidence in any professional or academic environment. You can discuss the nuances of the 'moda' in complex probability distributions and its role in advanced statistical modeling. You should be able to critique the use of the mode in research, pointing out its limitations or advantages in specific scenarios. For example, 'Embora a moda forneça o valor mais comum, ela pode ser enganosa em distribuições altamente dispersas' (Although the mode provides the most common value, it can be misleading in highly dispersed distributions). You are now using the word as a tool for deep analysis and critical thinking. Your vocabulary should include terms like 'unimodal,' 'bimodal,' and 'multimodal' as a natural part of your technical lexicon. You should also be able to write detailed reports where 'moda' is used alongside other advanced statistical terms like 'desvio padrão' (standard deviation) or 'variância' (variance). In a professional setting, you might lead a discussion on market trends where you use 'moda' to describe the most frequent customer behaviors, while simultaneously acknowledging the 'moda' in the fashion sense if you are working in that industry. Your ability to switch between these meanings or even use them in a play on words shows a very high level of linguistic and cultural competence. You should also be able to understand and use idiomatic or metaphorical expressions that might involve the concept of frequency or 'what is common,' even if they don't use the word 'moda' directly, while knowing that 'moda' is the precise term for the mathematical reality.
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At the C2 level, you have mastered the word 'moda' in all its technical and linguistic glory. You can use it in highly specialized academic papers, perhaps even contributing to the field of statistics or data science in Portuguese. You understand the historical development of the term and its etymological roots in Latin. You can discuss the philosophical implications of using the 'most frequent' value as a representative of a group. Your command of the language allows you to use 'moda' in complex, multi-clause sentences with perfect grammar and sophisticated vocabulary. For example, 'A análise exaustiva da distribuição revelou uma natureza multimodal, onde as modas secundárias indicavam subgrupos populacionais com comportamentos distintos' (The exhaustive analysis of the distribution revealed a multimodal nature, where the secondary modes indicated population subgroups with distinct behaviors). You are also completely comfortable with all nuances of gender agreement, pluralization, and register. You can speak about the 'moda' in a high-level symposium and then switch to a casual conversation without any hesitation. You might even use the word in creative writing or poetry, playing with its dual meanings of 'fashion' and 'frequency' to create layers of meaning. At this level, the word is no longer just a vocabulary item; it is a versatile tool in your extensive linguistic toolkit, used with the precision of a native-speaking expert. You are also aware of regional variations in how the word might be used or pronounced across the Lusophone world, from the technical circles of São Paulo to the academic halls of Coimbra.
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Examples

In the Portuguese language, the word moda is a fascinating noun that wears two very different hats. While most beginners encounter it in the context of the fashion industry—referring to trends, clothing, and style—in a mathematical and statistical context, it takes on a precise technical meaning. When we talk about statistics, moda refers to the 'mode.' This is defined as the value or observation that occurs with the highest frequency within a specific data set. Understanding this distinction is crucial for students moving into intermediate Portuguese (B1 and above), as academic and professional environments often require the use of statistical terminology. Unlike the 'média' (mean) which calculates an average, or the 'mediana' (median) which finds the middle point, the moda simply points to the most popular or common occurrence. It is the only measure of central tendency that can be used with nominal data, such as colors, names, or categories, where numerical calculations aren't possible.

Statistical Application
In data analysis, identifying the moda helps researchers understand the most common behavior or characteristic in a population. For example, if a survey asks for a favorite fruit and 'mango' is mentioned more than any other, 'mango' is the moda of that set.
Linguistic Origin
The term derives from the Latin 'modus,' meaning measure, manner, or way. In both fashion and statistics, it represents the 'way' things currently are or the 'manner' in which the majority behaves.

Ao analisar os resultados da pesquisa, percebemos que a moda das respostas foi a opção B, com quarenta menções.

Translation: When analyzing the survey results, we noticed that the mode of the responses was option B, with forty mentions.

The beauty of the word moda in a statistical sense is its simplicity. You do not need complex formulas to find it; you simply need to count. If a data set has two values that appear with the same maximum frequency, the set is described as bimodal. If it has more than two, it is multimodal. Conversely, if all values appear only once, the set is considered amodal. This terminology is standard across Portuguese-speaking academic circles, from Brazil to Portugal and Mozambique. It is frequently used in market research to determine which product is selling the most or in sociology to identify the most common household size. While 'tendência' (trend) is often used as a synonym in casual conversation, in a formal report, moda is the strictly correct term to use when referring to frequency peaks.

Neste conjunto de números {2, 4, 4, 4, 5, 8}, o número quatro é a moda.

Common Contexts
You will encounter this word in university lectures (Aulas de Estatística), business reports (Relatórios de Mercado), and scientific papers (Artigos Científicos).

When using moda, remember that it is a feminine noun. Therefore, you must always use feminine articles and adjectives with it: a moda, esta moda, uma moda clara. Even though the data points themselves might be masculine (like 'o número'), the concept of the mode remains feminine. This is a common point of confusion for English speakers who are used to the gender-neutral 'the mode.' In Portuguese, the grammatical gender is tied to the word itself, not the object it describes in the set. Whether you are counting shoes or calculating the most frequent salary in a company, the word is always a moda.

Identificar a moda ajuda a empresa a focar no produto que mais agrada aos clientes.

Using moda in a sentence requires an understanding of its role as a statistical descriptor. It often functions as the subject or the direct object of a sentence involving analysis, calculation, or observation. Because it describes a specific property of a group of numbers or items, it is frequently paired with verbs like ser (to be), calcular (to calculate), identificar (to identify), and observar (to observe). When you are stating what the mode is, you use the verb ser in the feminine singular form: A moda é.... This structure is very similar to how you would describe the mean or median.

Describing Data Sets
To say 'The mode of this data set is 10,' you would write: 'A moda deste conjunto de dados é dez.' Notice how 'deste conjunto' (of this set) provides the necessary context for what the mode belongs to.
Comparing Measures
In academic writing, you often compare the mode with other measures. 'Enquanto a média é alta, a moda permanece baixa.' (While the mean is high, the mode remains low.)

Para este estudo, a moda é um indicador mais útil do que a média aritmética.

Translation: For this study, the mode is a more useful indicator than the arithmetic mean.

In more complex sentences, moda can be part of a prepositional phrase. For instance, you might talk about 'distribuições com mais de uma moda' (distributions with more than one mode). Here, the word acts as a count noun. You can also use it in the plural form, modas, if you are discussing multiple peaks in a graph or multiple data sets. 'As modas das duas turmas foram idênticas.' (The modes of the two classes were identical.) This flexibility allows you to discuss complex data structures while maintaining grammatical precision.

Se houver dois valores com a mesma frequência máxima, dizemos que a distribuição possui duas modas.

Another important aspect is the use of adjectives to describe the nature of the mode. You might hear terms like moda bruta (raw mode) or moda estimada (estimated mode) in advanced statistics. When constructing these sentences, ensure the adjective agrees with the feminine gender of moda. For example, 'A moda calculada foi de 15%.' (The calculated mode was 15%.) The word 'calculada' matches 'moda.' This attention to detail is what distinguishes a proficient speaker from a beginner.

Não confunda a moda com a mediana ao interpretar o gráfico de barras.

Sentence Starters
'A moda indica...' (The mode indicates...), 'Podemos observar que a moda...' (We can observe that the mode...), 'Qual é a moda de...?' (What is the mode of...?).

Finally, consider the register. In a formal academic presentation, you might say, 'A moda estatística revela uma preferência clara pelo consumo sustentável.' In a more casual classroom setting, you might simply ask, 'Pessoal, qual é a moda aqui?' Both are correct, but the surrounding vocabulary changes to fit the situation. By practicing these variations, you will become comfortable using moda in any professional or educational Portuguese-speaking environment.

Em uma distribuição normal, a média, a mediana e a moda coincidem no mesmo ponto.

While the 'fashion' sense of moda is everywhere—on billboards, in malls, and on TV—the statistical moda is heard in more specific, yet equally important, environments. If you are a student in a Portuguese-speaking country, the most common place you will hear this is in a classroom. From middle school math to advanced university statistics, teachers use this word daily. In Brazil, for example, the 'ENEM' (the national high school exam) frequently includes questions about moda, média, and mediana. Students are taught to identify the 'valor que mais se repete' (the value that repeats the most), which is the layman's definition of moda.

In Business and Economics
In corporate offices in Lisbon or São Paulo, market analysts use moda to describe consumer behavior. You might hear a manager say, 'A moda das reclamações este mês foi sobre o atraso na entrega,' meaning the most frequent complaint was about delivery delays.
In Journalism and News
Journalists reporting on demographics or election polls often use statistical terms. While they might use 'maioria' (majority) for a general audience, technical segments on 'GloboNews' or 'SIC Notícias' will use moda to provide a more precise statistical picture.

O professor explicou que a moda é essencial para entender dados qualitativos.

Translation: The professor explained that the mode is essential for understanding qualitative data.

You will also encounter moda in the world of sports analytics. Portuguese football commentators and analysts often look at statistics to evaluate players and teams. They might discuss the moda of goals scored per match or the most frequent position from which a player takes shots. In this context, it helps fans and experts understand the 'typical' or most common outcome of a game. It is a word that bridges the gap between raw data and understandable insights, making it a staple of any analytical discussion in Portuguese.

Na análise de vendas, a moda do preço dos produtos vendidos foi de cinquenta reais.

Scientific research is another major arena for this word. Whether it is a medical study in Coimbra or a sociological survey in Luanda, researchers must report their measures of central tendency. The moda is particularly useful in biology and medicine when identifying the most common symptoms or the most frequent age of onset for a disease. If you are reading a scientific paper in Portuguese, look for the 'Metodologia' or 'Resultados' sections; you are almost certain to find moda mentioned there as part of the descriptive statistics.

Os dados mostram que a moda de horas dormidas pelos estudantes é de seis horas.

Academic Settings
Universities (Universidades), Research Centers (Centros de Pesquisa), and Libraries (Bibliotecas).

Lastly, in the age of Big Data and Information Technology, Portuguese-speaking data scientists use moda when programming in languages like Python or R, even though the code might be in English. When they explain their findings to stakeholders in their native language, moda is the term they use to describe the most frequent data points in their algorithms. It is a word that has successfully transitioned from traditional mathematics into the modern digital landscape, proving its lasting relevance in the Portuguese language.

Ao limpar o banco de dados, o analista usou a moda para preencher os valores ausentes.

The most glaring mistake learners make with moda is confusing it with its homonym meaning 'fashion.' While they share the same spelling and gender, their contexts are worlds apart. In a sentence like 'A moda está mudando,' it is clearly about fashion trends. However, in 'A moda é cinco,' it refers to statistics. A common error is trying to use a different word for the statistical mode because 'moda' feels too casual or 'fashion-related.' Stick to moda; it is the correct technical term.

Confusing Measures of Central Tendency
Many students confuse moda (mode), média (mean), and mediana (median). The moda is the most frequent; the média is the sum divided by the count; the mediana is the middle value. Using one when you mean the other can lead to significant errors in data interpretation.
Gender Agreement Errors
English speakers often forget that moda is feminine. You might hear a learner say 'o moda' or 'um moda.' This is incorrect. It should always be 'a moda' or 'uma moda.' Even if the numbers you are talking about are masculine, the word moda itself dictates the gender of the articles and adjectives.

O moda desta sequência é sete. → A moda desta sequência é sete.

Correction: The mode of this sequence is seven.

Another mistake involves the pluralization. While 'modas' is technically correct when referring to multiple modes (bimodal or multimodal sets), learners sometimes avoid using the plural because they aren't sure if it's allowed in a technical sense. It is! If you have two values that appear most frequently, you should say 'as modas são X e Y.' Avoiding the plural can lead to incomplete or inaccurate descriptions of data. Also, be careful with the expression 'estar na moda.' This means 'to be in style' and has nothing to do with statistics. If you say 'O número cinco está na moda,' people will think you are making a joke about the number being trendy, not that it is the statistical mode.

Cuidado: 'A moda estatística' é diferente de 'seguir a moda'.

Misinterpreting 'amodal' sets is another pitfall. Some learners think that if every number appears once, then every number is the mode. In Portuguese (and statistics in general), this is wrong. If there is no repetition, there is no moda. You should say the set is 'amodal.' Saying 'todos os números são a moda' is a conceptual error that will be flagged in any math exam or technical report. Precision in language reflects precision in thought, especially in scientific fields.

Dizer que um conjunto é amodal significa que não existe uma moda definida.

Vocabulary Distinction
Moda (Statistics) vs. Moda (Fashion) vs. Modo (Method/Mood). Keep these three separate in your mind to avoid confusion.

Finally, watch out for the pronunciation. The 'o' in moda is an open 'o' (like in 'door' or 'more'), transcribed as /mɔ.dɐ/. If you close the 'o' too much, it might sound like a different word or simply sound 'off' to a native speaker. In Brazil, the final 'a' is often very soft, almost like a 'schwa' sound. Practicing the correct vowel sounds will help you sound more natural when discussing technical topics.

A pronúncia correta de moda exige a abertura da vogal 'o'.

In the specialized world of statistics, moda is the most precise term, but there are other words and phrases you can use to describe similar concepts or to avoid repetition in a long report. Understanding these alternatives will help you sound more sophisticated and precise in your Portuguese communication. The most direct alternative is the descriptive phrase valor mais frequente (most frequent value). This is often used to explain the concept to someone who might not be familiar with statistical jargon.

Moda vs. Média vs. Mediana
These are the three pillars of central tendency. While moda is the most frequent, média is the average, and mediana is the middle value. In many distributions, these three can be very different, so choosing the right word is vital.
Frequência Máxima
You can also refer to the moda as the point of 'frequência máxima' (maximum frequency). This is common in more technical descriptions of graphs and distributions.

O valor que apresenta a maior frequência em um conjunto é chamado de moda.

Translation: The value that presents the highest frequency in a set is called the mode.

Another related term is pico (peak). In a histogram or frequency curve, the moda corresponds to the highest peak. You might hear an analyst say, 'O pico da distribuição ocorre em vinte anos,' which is a visual way of saying the mode is twenty. Additionally, the term tendência (trend) is sometimes used as a synonym in casual business contexts, but be careful—a 'trend' usually implies movement over time, whereas moda is a static snapshot of frequency.

Podemos identificar a moda observando o pico mais alto do histograma.

For those working in data science, you might also encounter terms like classe modal (modal class). This is used when data is grouped into intervals (like 10-20, 20-30). The interval with the most observations is the classe modal. This is a crucial distinction in grouped frequency distributions. Similarly, the adjective modal is used to describe anything related to the mode. For example, 'valor modal' is a more formal way to say 'the value that is the mode.'

A classe modal deste gráfico de frequências é o intervalo entre dez e vinte.

Technical Vocabulary
Distribuição Bimodal (Two modes), Distribuição Multimodal (Multiple modes), Distribuição Amodal (No mode).

In summary, while moda is your primary tool, being aware of phrases like 'valor mais comum,' 'pico de frequência,' and 'classe modal' will greatly enhance your ability to discuss data in Portuguese. It allows you to tailor your language to your audience, whether you are teaching a beginner or presenting to a board of experienced analysts. Mastery of these nuances is a key step in reaching C1 or C2 proficiency in Portuguese.

Ao descrever os dados, use o termo moda para ser tecnicamente preciso.

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Examples by Level

1

A moda é o número cinco.

The mode is number five.

Use 'a' because 'moda' is feminine.

2

Qual é a moda aqui?

What is the mode here?

Simple question structure using 'qual'.

3

A moda das cores é azul.

The mode of the colors is blue.

Possessive 'das' (de + as) connects mode to colors.

4

Eu vejo a moda no gráfico.

I see the mode on the graph.

Verb 'ver' (to see) in the present tense.

5

A moda não é dez.

The mode is not ten.

Negation using 'não' before the verb.

6

Esta é a moda do grupo.

This is the mode of the group.

Demonstrative 'esta' matches feminine 'moda'.

7

A moda é fácil de achar.

The mode is easy to find.

Adjective 'fácil' describes the process.

8

Onde está a moda?

Where is the mode?

Question word 'onde' for location/position.

1

A moda ajuda a entender os dados.

The mode helps to understand the data.

Verb 'ajudar' followed by 'a' + infinitive.

2

Neste conjunto, a moda é o número dois.

In this set, the mode is number two.

Prepositional phrase 'neste conjunto' (em + este).

3

Nós calculamos a moda na escola.

We calculated the mode at school.

Past tense 'calculamos' (pretérito perfeito).

4

A moda das idades é doze anos.

The mode of the ages is twelve years.

Plural 'idades' but singular 'moda'.

5

Você sabe encontrar a moda?

Do you know how to find the mode?

Verb 'saber' indicates ability/knowledge.

6

A moda é o valor mais frequente.

The mode is the most frequent value.

Superlative 'mais frequente'.

7

A moda e a média são diferentes.

The mode and the mean are different.

Plural verb 'são' for two subjects.

8

Eu escrevi a moda no meu caderno.

I wrote the mode in my notebook.

Past tense 'escrevi' (first person singular).

1

Se um conjunto tem duas modas, ele é bimodal.

If a set has two modes, it is bimodal.

Conditional sentence with 'se'.

2

A moda é muito útil para variáveis qualitativas.

The mode is very useful for qualitative variables.

Adjective 'qualitativas' matches plural 'variáveis'.

3

Precisamos identificar a moda para terminar o relatório.

We need to identify the mode to finish the report.

Verb 'precisar' followed by 'de' (implied or explicit).

4

A moda deste mês foi o produto X.

The mode of this month was product X.

Time expression 'deste mês'.

5

Não houve uma moda clara nos resultados.

There wasn't a clear mode in the results.

Impersonal verb 'haver' in the past (houve).

6

A moda pode ser diferente da mediana.

The mode can be different from the median.

Modal verb 'pode' (can/may).

7

Ao analisar os dados, foque na moda.

When analyzing the data, focus on the mode.

Imperative 'foque' (from focar).

8

A moda é o único parâmetro que se repete.

The mode is the only parameter that repeats.

Relative clause starting with 'que'.

1

A moda estatística não deve ser confundida com tendências de vestuário.

The statistical mode should not be confused with clothing trends.

Passive voice 'ser confundida'.

2

Em distribuições assimétricas, a moda afasta-se da média.

In asymmetrical distributions, the mode moves away from the mean.

Reflexive verb 'afastar-se'.

3

O pesquisador utilizou a moda para descrever a amostra.

The researcher used the mode to describe the sample.

Verb 'utilizar' is more formal than 'usar'.

4

A classe modal é o intervalo com maior densidade de dados.

The modal class is the interval with the highest data density.

Technical term 'classe modal'.

5

Identificamos que a distribuição é amodal, pois não há repetição.

We identified that the distribution is amodal, as there is no repetition.

Conjunction 'pois' (because/since).

6

A moda é frequentemente usada em estudos sociológicos.

The mode is frequently used in sociological studies.

Adverb 'frequentemente' modifying the participle.

7

Para variáveis nominais, a moda é a única medida possível.

For nominal variables, the mode is the only possible measure.

Preposition 'para' indicating purpose/context.

8

A moda calculada divergiu das expectativas iniciais.

The calculated mode diverged from initial expectations.

Past tense 'divergiu' (third person singular).

1

A robustez da moda como medida de tendência central é debatível.

The robustness of the mode as a measure of central tendency is debatable.

Abstract noun 'robustez'.

2

A distribuição multimodal sugere a existência de subpopulações.

The multimodal distribution suggests the existence of subpopulations.

Verb 'sugerir' followed by direct object.

3

A moda é o ponto onde a função de densidade de probabilidade atinge o seu máximo.

The mode is the point where the probability density function reaches its maximum.

Relative clause 'onde...' describing 'ponto'.

4

Em grandes bancos de dados, a moda pode ser calculada via algoritmos eficientes.

In large databases, the mode can be calculated via efficient algorithms.

Preposition 'via' indicating means.

5

A aplicação da moda em dados intervalares requer o uso da fórmula de King.

The application of the mode to interval data requires the use of King's formula.

Verb 'requerer' (to require).

6

A moda, diferentemente da média, não é afetada por valores extremos (outliers).

The mode, unlike the mean, is not affected by extreme values (outliers).

Parenthetical phrase 'diferentemente da média'.

7

A determinação da moda é fundamental para a análise de inventário.

Determining the mode is fundamental for inventory analysis.

Gerund-like use of 'determinação'.

8

A moda fornece um 'instantâneo' do comportamento mais provável.

The mode provides a 'snapshot' of the most likely behavior.

Metaphorical use of 'instantâneo'.

1

A convergência entre média, mediana e moda pressupõe uma simetria perfeita.

The convergence between mean, median, and mode presupposes perfect symmetry.

Verb 'pressupor' (to presuppose).

2

A moda, enquanto estimador, possui propriedades estatísticas singulares.

The mode, as an estimator, possesses unique statistical properties.

Conjunction 'enquanto' meaning 'as' or 'in the capacity of'.

3

Análises multivariadas frequentemente relegam a moda a um papel secundário.

Multivariate analyses frequently relegate the mode to a secondary role.

Verb 'relegar' (to relegate).

4

A moda de uma distribuição contínua é definida pelo máximo global da função.

The mode of a continuous distribution is defined by the global maximum of the function.

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