| a fortiori analysis |
| In decision theory, an analysis made to intentionally favor alternative solutions when compared to the solution adjudged as best. The alternatives are deliberately weighted to make them look better. If the adjudged-best solution still remains the best, its position as the likely choice is further strengthened. 'A fortiori' is Latin for, 'even more so' or 'more conclusively.'
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| à la carte |
| Hotel or restaurant meal consisting of several differently priced dishes which are cooked usually when ordered from a menu. In comparison, a 'per head' (buffet or table d'hôte meal) has a fixed number of ready made dishes at a fixed total price per person. French for, by the bill of fare.
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| a posteriori |
| Conclusion or judgment based on induction. It begins with the observed facts and phenomenon, and infers their underlying causes. Latin for, what comes after. See also a priori.
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| a priori |
| Conclusion or judgment based on deduction, a hypothesis based on conclusions or judgments previously assumed. Latin for, from what comes before. See also a posteriori.
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| A shares |
| non voting stock.
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| a temporary admission |
| Alternative term for ATA Carnet.
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| A&E |
| mean either Appropriation & Expense or Analysis & Evaluation.
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| A&G |
| Administrative & General.
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| A&M |
| Additions and Maintenance. |
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| A&P |
| acronym for Administrative and Personnel.
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