The word percent is composed of the two parts *per* and *cent*. It literally means `____`.

Flashcard 11 - Fractions, Decimals, and Percents Flashcard Set for the Math Basics

divide by 100

Per means to divide. For example, miles per hour:

\[=\frac{\text{miles}}{\text{hour}}\]

Cent means 100 as seen in century (100 years).

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