Primary Cause

Definition

The primary cause refers to the main reason or factor that is responsible for a particular outcome or event.

Related terms

Contributing Factor: A contributing factor is something that adds to or influences a particular outcome but may not be the main cause.

Root Cause: The root cause refers to the underlying reason or source from which an issue or problem arises.

Triggering Event: A triggering event is an incident or occurrence that initiates a chain of events leading to a specific outcome.