Percentages
The expression per cent may be written as two words or as one word: percent. It is preferable to write to write out the word per cent in full rather than use the % sign. Use figures to express a number before the word per cent except when the number is the first word of the sentence, when it should be expressed in words.
Our business has decreased 12 per cent last year.
Fifty per cent of our employees have insurance coverage.
In quoting interest or discounts, the % sign is permissible and the figure preceding the sign may be expressed in figures.
Some invoices are subject to a 5% discount if paid within 15 days.
This is a 5-year 6% bond.
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