PRORATION

1. The proportional distribution or allocation of parameters, such as noise power and transmission losses, among a number of tandem -connected items, such as equipment, cables, links, or trunks, in order to balance the performance of communications circuits. ( 188 ) Synonym budgeting. 2. In a telephone switching center , the distribution or allocation of equipment or components proportionally among a number of functions, to provide a requisite grade of service . ( 188 )