Example sentences of "set [prep] [art] [adj] level " in BNC.

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1 My own feeling is that there is a great similarity and that there is a a base salary normally which is set on a competitive level with a target as in this case perhaps at the mid-point , perhaps at the sixty percent level or whatever it would be and that a significant uplift in compensation can be obtained by a bonus scheme , if the performance of the company as measured in earnings per share , return on capital , return on equity or any m other measure if those objectives are met .
2 Normally is set to a preset level and the voltmeter V is calibrated to give Q directly , from which the loss resistance R of the inductor can be calculated if required .
3 This is less disturbing if the hearing-aid is set to a quieter level .
4 The usual technique for checking that the microphone is set to the correct level after the audience arrives is to call , ‘ Can you all hear me ? ’
5 The rotary input gain control can be set to the optimum level so that the overload light flashes momentarily on for the loudest peaks of signal .
6 It is essential , for instance , that environmental standards for industry are set at a European level so that companies do not compete by seeking out those locations with inadequate environmental protection .
7 On this occasion , Anthony d'Offay made one bid of $100,000 but the reserve had been set at a higher level .
8 The choice does not have to lie between unanimity and a simple majority of the partners : frequently the required majority will be set at a higher level than 50 per cent plus one to reflect the importance of the matter under discussion .
9 Had more companies been honest with themselves a dividend passed completely would have been better and then a new base could have set at a suitable level .
10 The point is frequently made that if bus fares were set at a reasonable level , buses would be used more often and public safety would be greater .
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