proportion

noun B2

Meaning

Proportion refers to the relationship between different quantities or parts of a whole, often expressed as a ratio or fraction.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "proportion" with "percentage"; while related, they are not interchangeable.

Example Sentences

A large proportion of students passed the final exam this year .
The proportion of people who agree is much higher now .
The proportion of students passing the exam has increased significantly .
What is the proportion of students who passed the exam ?

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