New idea
Per cent = per 100
The word PERCENT comes from "per centum" — per 100. "50 percent" means "50 out of 100". It's a way to compare any amount to 100.
Percent means "out of 100". 50% = half. 25% = quarter.
New idea
The word PERCENT comes from "per centum" — per 100. "50 percent" means "50 out of 100". It's a way to compare any amount to 100.