"Determinants" and "antecedents" are related terms, but they are not synonyms, and they are used in slightly different contexts within research and analysis.
"Determinants" typically refer
to the factors or variables that directly influence or determine the outcome or
result of a particular phenomenon. In the context of research, determinants are
the variables that explain why a particular event or outcome occurs.
"Antecedents" refer to the
events, factors, or conditions that precede and lead to a particular outcome or
phenomenon. Antecedents are essentially the causes or predecessors of a
specific event or outcome.
In some cases, these terms can be used
interchangeably, especially when discussing the factors that lead to a specific
outcome. However, in more specific and technical contexts, they may have subtle
distinctions. "Determinants" often focus on the factors that have a
direct causal relationship with the outcome, while "antecedents"
encompass a broader range of factors that precede the outcome, including those
that may not have a direct causal link.
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