Meaning of the word "emotional quotient" in English

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emotional quotient

US /ɪˈmoʊ.ʃən.əl ˈkwoʊ.ʃənt/
UK /ɪˈməʊ.ʃən.əl ˈkwəʊ.ʃənt/
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Noun

a measurement of a person's emotional intelligence, representing the ability to monitor one's own and other people's emotions

Example:
A high emotional quotient can be more important than IQ for leadership roles.
The company uses tests to measure the emotional quotient of its employees.