Proportionality

usgb/prəˌpɔːrʃəˈnæləti/
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The quality of being proportional.

The proportionality between exporting and importing goods must be maintained in the economy.
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  • principle of proportionality
  • breach of proportionality

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Economic Implication

Think of proportionality as a balance necessary for healthy economic interactions.

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To avoid inflation, the government monitors the proportionality of supply and demand.
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Justice Fairness

In social contexts, proportionality reflects the fairness of rewards or punishments.

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The proportionality of the punishment with the crime was questioned by the public.
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