linear extrapolation

American  

noun

1. Statistics, Mathematics. extrapolation using a linear equation to estimate the value of a variable or function outside the tabulated or observed range.

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Etymology

Origin of linear extrapolation

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

"If we do a fairly simple linear extrapolation, and if we look at the current level of emissions and current level of warming, we will hit 1.5C sometime in the early 2030," said Samantha Burgess.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2023

Those are actually the mathematics of bubbles, and I believe that linear extrapolation of non-linear cycles is the primary underlying cause of bubbles.

From Forbes • May 10, 2011