Dropout rates were
Research methodology and reporting expression
Use this phrase to professionally report how many participants left a group or study before completion.
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Used to report the percentage of people who quit a program.
- Common in academic, medical, and business reporting contexts.
- Followed by a number or an adjective like 'high' or 'low'.
معنی
This phrase describes the percentage of people who quit or stopped participating in a study, course, or program before it was finished.
مثالهای کلیدی
3 از 6Presenting a research paper
Dropout rates were significantly higher in the control group.
Dropout rates were significantly higher in the control group.
Discussing a company training program
We noticed that dropout rates were lower when we provided free lunch.
We noticed that dropout rates were lower when we provided free lunch.
Analyzing a university course
The professor was worried because dropout rates were nearly 40%.
The professor was worried because dropout rates were nearly 40%.
زمینه فرهنگی
This phrase reflects the Western emphasis on data transparency and statistical integrity in research. It gained massive popularity in the 1960s as sociologists began studying why students left school early, leading to the standardized term 'dropout.' Today, it is a critical metric for evaluating the effectiveness of everything from online apps to medical treatments.
Pair with Adverbs
To sound even more like a pro, use adverbs like 'surprisingly,' 'consistently,' or 'initially' before 'high' or 'low'.
Plurality Check
Always use 'were' (plural) because 'rates' is plural. Saying 'dropout rates was' is a common mistake that sounds unprofessional.
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Used to report the percentage of people who quit a program.
- Common in academic, medical, and business reporting contexts.
- Followed by a number or an adjective like 'high' or 'low'.
What It Means
Dropout rates were is a way to report how many people gave up. In research, it tells you if a study was successful or difficult. If 100 people start a diet and 50 quit, the dropout rates were 50%. It is a measure of persistence and engagement. Think of it as the 'quitting score' for a group.
How To Use It
You usually follow this phrase with a number or a descriptive adjective. You might say they were high, low, or unexpectedly stable. It is the subject of your sentence. You are setting the stage for a data-driven discussion. Use it to explain why your final results might look a bit thin. It helps you be honest about the people who didn't make it to the end.
When To Use It
Use this in any professional or academic setting. It is perfect for a business report about employee turnover. It is essential for university presentations about student success. You can even use it when talking about your local gym's New Year's resolution crowd. If you are looking at a group that got smaller over time, this is your phrase. It sounds smart and objective.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid this in very intimate or casual emotional settings. Don't tell your friend dropout rates were high regarding their failed dates. That sounds like you are treating their love life like a lab experiment. Also, don't use it for a single person. You wouldn't say 'My dropout rate was high' if you quit a hobby. Use it for groups and trends instead. Keep it for the big picture.
Cultural Background
In Western academic and corporate culture, transparency is key. Reporting dropout rates shows you aren't hiding the 'failures.' It became a standard part of 'attrition analysis' in the mid-20th century. Today, it is a buzzword in the tech world for 'churn.' It reflects a culture obsessed with data and retention. We want to know why people leave as much as why they stay.
Common Variations
You might hear the attrition rate was in HR meetings. In marketing, people say the churn rate was. If you want to be more positive, try retention rates were. However, dropout rates remains the most common term for education and clinical trials. It is the classic way to describe the 'leavers.'
نکات کاربردی
This is a formal, plural expression. It is almost exclusively found in written reports, academic papers, and professional presentations. Ensure the verb 'were' matches the plural 'rates'.
Pair with Adverbs
To sound even more like a pro, use adverbs like 'surprisingly,' 'consistently,' or 'initially' before 'high' or 'low'.
Plurality Check
Always use 'were' (plural) because 'rates' is plural. Saying 'dropout rates was' is a common mistake that sounds unprofessional.
The 'Churn' Secret
In the tech world (Silicon Valley), they almost never say 'dropout rates.' They use the word 'churn.' Use 'churn' if you want to sound like a startup founder!
مثالها
6Dropout rates were significantly higher in the control group.
Dropout rates were significantly higher in the control group.
Comparing two groups in a formal study.
We noticed that dropout rates were lower when we provided free lunch.
We noticed that dropout rates were lower when we provided free lunch.
Linking a benefit to participant retention.
The professor was worried because dropout rates were nearly 40%.
The professor was worried because dropout rates were nearly 40%.
Using a specific percentage to show a problem.
Good news! Dropout rates were almost zero this month.
Good news! Dropout rates were almost zero this month.
Sharing a positive data trend informally.
By the third 'hot yoga' session, dropout rates were through the roof!
By the third 'hot yoga' session, dropout rates were through the roof!
Using formal language to joke about a hard situation.
Unfortunately, dropout rates were high due to the side effects.
Unfortunately, dropout rates were high due to the side effects.
Explaining why a study might have failed.
خودت رو بسنج
Choose the best adjective to complete the sentence in a professional report.
The study was considered a success because dropout rates were ___.
'Minimal' is a professional way to say very few people quit.
Complete the phrase for a business meeting.
Dropout rates ___ higher than we anticipated last quarter.
'Rates' is plural, so you must use the plural verb 'were'.
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ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Formality of 'Dropout Rates Were'
Talking about friends quitting a game.
The quitting rate was bad.
Discussing a gym class or hobby group.
Dropout rates were okay.
Academic papers or business reports.
Dropout rates were 15%.
Where to use 'Dropout Rates Were'
Medical Trial
Reporting patient exits.
University
Discussing student graduation.
Corporate Training
Analyzing employee engagement.
App Development
Measuring user retention.
سوالات متداول
10 سوالNot at all! While it started in education, it is now used for medical trials, fitness programs, and even subscription services.
No, 'rates' refers to a group. For one person, just say he dropped out or she quit the study.
It can sound a bit 'robotic' with friends unless you are using it humorously, like saying dropout rates were high at my birthday party because people left early.
Attrition is often used in HR for employees leaving naturally, while dropout usually implies quitting a specific task or program.
You can say dropout rates were negligible, minimal, or virtually non-existent.
Yes, you can say dropout rates are currently increasing if you are looking at live data.
In a social context, calling someone a 'dropout' can be a bit insulting, but in research, it is just a neutral statistical term.
In English reports, these are often cited as lack of incentive, time constraints, or adverse effects.
Both work! You can say dropout rates were 20% or dropout rates were moderate.
As a noun or adjective (like in this phrase), it is one word: dropout. As a verb, it is two: to drop out.
عبارات مرتبط
Attrition rates
The reduction in staff or participants over time through natural means.
Churn rate
The rate at which customers stop doing business with an entity.
Retention levels
The ability of an organization to keep its participants or employees.
Loss to follow-up
A specific medical term for participants who disappear during a study.
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