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Percentage

usgb/pərˈsentɪdʒ/Volume
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Common Uses

Percentage often relates to comparisons, like efficiency, profit, or assignments completion.

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The new method boosted efficiency by a large percentage.
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Quantitative Precision

Percentage expresses an exact quantity in a vague setting. The exact figure may not be known.

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A significant percentage of the workforce may telecommute soon.
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Not Always Whole

Percentages can represent both whole numbers and fractions. Think beyond just 1%-100%.

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In the poll, 12.5% favored the new policy.
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