In order to understand the correct situation in which to use the word affect or effect, the first thing one must do is have a clear understanding of what each word means. 1  Affect is usually used as a verb. It is an action word that means to produce a change in or influence something. 2  Effect is usually used as a noun.
Shear Factor. The distance a point moves due to shear divided by the perpendicular distance of a point from the invariant line.
Modified Energy Factor (MEF) Modified Energy Factor, or MEF, is a calculation used to compare the relative efficiency of different clothes washers. The higher the value, the more efficient the clothes washer. To find your clothes washer's MEF, go to the ENERGY STARÂ® website.