Collins contends that womanism "exaggerates out-group differences and minimizes in-group variation by assuming a stable and homogenous racial group identity" (Alexander-Floyd & Simien 2006: 68).

That is, given a measure of statistical dispersion, one asks for a measure of central tendency that minimizes variation: such that variation from the center is minimal among all choices of center.

Statistical process control (SPC) techniques are required in the manufacturing process to minimize variation in the final product.

In order to minimise any inaccuracy and variation in the measurement, the roller diameter is sufficiently large to reduce the effects of the mechanical relaxation, or flexing, of the tyre itself.

The one-step approach is thought to minimize experimental variation by containing all of the enzymatic reactions in a single environment.

A minimum complete three day stool collection with homogenisation has been shown to be necessary to minimise variation and most previous studies, with few exceptions, have not done this.

Based on Statisticial Process Control (SPC) techniques, the Six Sigma management strategy was developed in 1986 to support Motorola's drive towards reducing defects by minimizing variation in processes.

To minimize variation in seedlings and ensure preser- vation of desirable parental traits in offspring, certain care- ful procedures are followed as illustrated in Chapter III.

The process of certification minimizes variation among local center physician investigators in assigning TOAST stroke subtype to probands.

In 1962, the General Assembly further clarified the look of the seal to minimize variation in the future.