allocation
Definition
The systematic distribution of a limited quantity resources over various time periods, products, operations, or investments.
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Related terms:
asset allocation, variable ratio plan, cost-plus pricing, dynamic asset allocation, asset allocation fund, balanced investment strategy, defensive investment strategy
'allocation' appears in these other terms:
resource allocation, allocation efficiency
'allocation' appears in the definitions of these other terms on BusinessDictionary.com: single allocation base approach, risk diversification, scheduled maintenance, summary of significant accounting policies (SSAP), budget airline, and 
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