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An event, circumstance, influence, or element that plays a part in bringing about a result. A factor in a case contributes to its causation or outcome. In the area of Negligence law, the factors, or chain of causation, are important in determining whether liability ensues from a particular action done by the defendant. factor n. 1) a salesman who sells in his/her own name on behalf of others, taking a commission for services. 2) something that contributes to the result. |
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But new research points a finger at high blood sugar itself--even in people without diabetes--as a risk factor. Multiple regression analyses indicated that longer living distance from school was a significant suicide risk factor and a significant indicator of lower levels of extracurricular engagement among males only. Diabetes may be a greater risk factor than obesity for dying early. |
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