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Aggregation geometryΓ

2Instrument

The rule that combines criterion-level signals into a decision: weighted mean, conjunctive gate, lexicographic order, Pareto vector, or tail-risk rule.

Defined in

Handbook · InstrumentAggregation geometryWeighted means assume strengths can offset weaknesses; gates assert some failures are fatal. How criteria combine is a normative decision, so make it explicitly.

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