Definition:
__ In Planguage, to “estimate” is:
• the Process of arriving at a judgement,
• by guessing the probable numeric value,
• of a numeric Attribute Level;
• using other methods than immediate Measurement.
Alternative Names
Concept Number: *059
English Master: Estimate To
Synonyms, Variations & Acronyms: Predict-To
Detailing
Estimate: “to judge or determine generally but carefully (size, value, Cost, Requirements, etc.); calculate approximately”
Source: Webster”s New World Dictionary.
Estimation is not to be confused with Quantification or Measurement.
Illustrations
Figure *059: The relationship between four Engineering Process Concepts.
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Related-Concepts
Estimate
Quantify
Specify
Measure
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This Concept entered by Diane O'Brien.