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Percentage

Definition

A number or rate that is expressed as a fraction of 100, used to show the amount of something as a part of a whole, or to show a change or increase in something.

Example Sentences

1The company's profits increased by a percentage of 25% last year.
2What percentage of the population in your country speaks more than one language?
3The teacher explained that a high percentage of students fail the exam due to lack of preparation.
4If you save a certain percentage of your income each month, you will have enough money for a down payment on a house in a few years.
5The government aims to reduce the unemployment rate to a single-digit percentage within the next five years.

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