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Answer for the clue "A number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts ", 8 letters:
indicant

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Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
a. Serving to point out, as a remedy; indicating. n. That which indicates or points out.

The Collaborative International Dictionary Word definitions in The Collaborative International Dictionary
Indicant \In"di*cant\, n. That which indicates or points out; as, an indicant of the remedy for a disease.

WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. something that serves to indicate or suggest; "an indication of foul play"; "indications of strain"; "symptoms are the prime indicants of disease" [syn: indication ] a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed ...

Usage examples of indicant.

In that haul of fish, which the cop would read with the vision of a true Gypsy poring over tea leaves, he would find an omen or an indicant that would bring him back with warnings and new questions.