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Old 02-16-2019, 06:08 PM   #117 (permalink)
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Maybe I misspoke. There are two senses, a reflex S-curve as I intended is actually for statistics.

https://www.reference.com/math/ogive...2e505ca3a5ec74

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An ogive graph is a smooth S-shaped curve that is used in statistics. The graph is obtained by plotting the values of cumulative frequency against the upper boundary points of the class intervals.
vs what I'd call a Gothic arch:

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Ogive
An ogive is the roundly tapered end of a two-dimensional or three-dimensional object. Ogive curves and surfaces are used in engineering, architecture and woodworking.
More at Wikipedia


I thought this was an ogive:

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