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Technical variable definitions.
| Type of variable | Variable name | Variable definition |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | R&D expenses | R&D investment intensity (ratio of R&D investment to operating income) |
| Technical size | The proportion of technical personnel (ratio of technical personnel to total employees) |
