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Percapita

Definition

As an adjective, percapita refers to something that is calculated or distributed on a per person basis, dividing the total by the number of individuals in a population or group. As a noun, percapita represents the average amount of something per person.

Examples

Adjective usage:

1. The country's percapita GDP has been steadily increasing over the past decade.
2. Education funding is allocated percapita, ensuring every student receives an equal amount.

Noun usage:

1. The percapita carbon emissions in that region exceed the national average.
2. The government provides a percapita monthly subsidy for low-income families.

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