alleryCan a percentage be greater than 100, such as 311%?
ANo, it must be below 100
BNo, only up to 200
CYes, it means 311/100
DYes, but only if negative
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Yes, it means 311/100
1. A percentage is just a fraction over 100.
2. Nothing limits the numerator, so 311% means 311/100.
3. The idea that percentages stop at 100 or 200 is wrong, and negatives like -27% are also allowed.
_Source: Wikipedia, Fraction, section Decimal fractions and percentages_
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