0 like-for-like figures compare sales, financial results, etc. in one period with those for the previous period, taking into account exactly the same number of stores, businesses, activities, etc. with no new ones added: --
1 used for describing something of the same value, quality, etc. that replaces a lost, stolen, or damaged possession: --
We wanted to be able to make like-for-like comparisons.
It is essential that the cost of in-house operations is properly examined, and comparison is made on a like-for-like, apples-for-apples basis.
My figures were on a like-for-like basis since the transfer took place.
In 2004–05, for the second year running, all local authorities received a real-terms increase in formula grant on a like-for-like basis.
They know that in 2004–05, for the second year running, all local authorities receive a real-terms increase in formula grant on a like-for-like basis.
The alternative notional amounts for 2003–04 allow like-for-like comparisons to be made with this year.
Again, it is not a like-for-like comparison at the moment.
The percentage change figures have been calculated on the basis of these like-for-like comparisons.