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the lowest common denominator
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the lowest common denominator
the large number of people in society who will accept low-quality products and entertainment The problem with so much television is that it aims at the lowest common denominator.
See also: common, low


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And how many companies are teetering on the edge of bankruptcy as a result of that denominator being applied?
Bland brands aimed at the lowest common denominator are a more recent development.
Thus dividing diplomas awarded (the numerator) by 9th graders three years earlier (the denominator) yields an artificially low graduation rate because the denominator has been exaggerated.
 
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