Symbol in context

$\bar{c}$

This entry links every published equation using this exact notation. Its meaning may change between equations.

Meanings in context

Article-grounded definition

the expected added cost per request.

C_{\mathrm{human}} = n \cdot \bar{c}

This equation states an equality: the expressions on both sides have the same value under the article’s assumptions.

\bar{c}

This mathematical expression combines the displayed quantities; its precise role follows from the surrounding article text.

\bar{c}

This mathematical expression combines the displayed quantities; its precise role follows from the surrounding article text.

C(k) \approx k\bar{c}

This equation gives an approximation: it relates the quantities while allowing an approximation.

\bar{c} = c_{\text{probe}} + p_{\text{esc}} \cdot c_{\text{exchange}}.

This equation states an equality: the expressions on both sides have the same value under the article’s assumptions.

\bar{c}

This mathematical expression combines the displayed quantities; its precise role follows from the surrounding article text.

\mathbb{E}[\text{cost to first success}] = \frac{\bar{c}}{p},

This equation states an equality: the expressions on both sides have the same value under the article’s assumptions.