Notice that in this case (as in many cases), population does not refer to people, but to bags of potato chips. To be concise, researchers often use symbols in place of words. Greek letters are usually used when referring to populations (the entire group being studied, from which a sample or samples will be drawn).
INR (international normalized ratio) tests are important in helping your healthcare provider determine your response to COUMADIN. INR tests check to see how fast your blood clots. The INR test is primarily used to monitor warfarin therapy, where the aim is to maintain an INR in target range. Your healthcare provider will decide what INR numbers are best for you and may adjust your dose of COUMADIN to keep your INR in your target range.
Definition: The modified internal rate of return, or MIRR, is a financial formula used to measure the return of a project and compare it with other potential projects. It uses the traditional internal rate of return of a project and adapted to assume the difference between the reinvestment rate and the investment return. What Does the Modified Internal Rate of Return Mean? MIRR is a revised version of the internal rate of return (IRR), which calculates a reinvestment rate and accounts even or uneven cash flows.