What percentage vs How many percent

Both 'what percentage' and 'how many percent' are correct phrases, but they are used in different contexts. 'What percentage' is used when asking for a specific percentage out of a total, while 'how many percent' is not commonly used in English. It is more natural to say 'what percentage' when asking about a specific percentage.

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What percentage

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when asking for a specific percentage out of a total.

This phrase is used when you want to know the exact percentage of something out of a total. For example, 'What percentage of the students passed the exam?'

Examples:

What percentage of the budget is allocated for marketing?
What percentage of the population lives in urban areas?
What percentage of the project is completed?
What percentage of the vote did the candidate receive?
What percentage of the cake is left?

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How many percent

This phrase is not commonly used in English. It is more natural to use 'what percentage' when asking about a specific percentage.

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