Definition of «arbitrary threshold»

An arbitrary threshold is a predetermined or predefined level, value, or standard that is used to make judgments or decisions without regard for whether it is reasonable or appropriate. It refers to a criterion that is not based on logic or evidence but rather chosen arbitrarily by someone with little or no consideration given to its accuracy or effectiveness. In other words, an arbitrary threshold is something that is set without any clear rationale or justification and can vary depending on the individual's personal preferences or opinions.

Sentences with «arbitrary threshold»

But at some point, the government started to mistake arbitrary thresholds for actual goals. (canadianbusiness.com)
Finally, Glass Lewis identified shortcomings with the «straw man» proposal including arbitrary thresholds that could result in perverse incentives for intermediaries as well as risks relating to disputes over subjective eligibility requirements, among other concerns. (glasslewis.com)
Rather than define a somewhat arbitrary threshold for a La Niña / El Niño year (i.e. based on the size of the index and number of months exceeding a certain threshold) or limiting the analysis to one ENSO index, I first took the average of the three indices mentioned above (ONI, MEI, and SOI, accounting for the fact that positive SOI indicates La Niña conditions while the opposite is true for ONI and MEI). (skepticalscience.com)
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