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The term diversity factor, as defined in IEC standards, is identical to the factor of simultaneity (ks) used in this guide.In some English-speaking countries however (at the time of writing) diversity factor is the inverse of ks i.e. it is always ≥ 1.
The term diversity factor, as defined in IEC standards, is identical to the [[Estimation of actual maximum kVA demand#Factor of simultaneity (ks)|factor of simultaneity (ks)]] used in this guide.
 
In some English-speaking countries however (at the time of writing) diversity factor is the inverse of ks i.e. it is always ≥ 1.

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The term diversity factor, as defined in IEC standards, is identical to the factor of simultaneity (ks) used in this guide.

In some English-speaking countries however (at the time of writing) diversity factor is the inverse of ks i.e. it is always ≥ 1.

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