For instance, out of the 5,589 events (between sports and politics combined) that we said had a 70 chance of happening (rounded to the nearest 5 percent), they in fact occurred 71 percent of the time.

Per cent, in percentage, means 'out of 100'. For example ... Then half a row is shaded. That is 5. 70 + 5 = 75 75 of 100 squares are shaded. So, 75% of the grid has been shaded.

Per cent, in percentage, means 'out of 100'. For example ... Then half a row is shaded. That is 5. 70 + 5 = 75 75 of 100 squares are shaded. So, 75% of the grid has been shaded.