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Saw Tooth Patterns in Research

March 29, 2019

A saw tooth pattern refers to results jumping up and down from time period to time period, resembling the teeth of a saw. This pattern can be frustrating and confusing to anyone held accountable to this data. To understand its cause, it’s necessary to understand a few key terms and distinctions.