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Guest Posted 23 years ago
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"%" or "percent" in a technical paper?

Is it acceptable to use "%" rather than "percent" in a technical article or paper?
  

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I would use 'percent' to be on the safe side (if you are concerned)

  • I would use 'percent' to be on the safe side (if you are concerned)
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I would use 'percent' to be on the safe side (if you are concerned)
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Well, if it's really technical, % is probably okay. In my opinion, it might even be preferable.
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Does it follow a number expressed in digits or words?

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