'%' or 'percent' in written text?

Grammarholic · #1 (permalink) Sun Jan 30, 2011 1:41 am *'%' or 'percent' in written text?*

In formal writing, may I write:

The cost of living went up 10%?

instead of-

The cost of living went up 10 percent?

Thanks.

Beeesneees · #2 (permalink) Sun Jan 30, 2011 9:37 am *'%' or 'percent' in written text?*

It's generally accepted, but it's best to check the preferences of the institution or individual you are writing for. In either case, I would write, "The cost of living went up by ..."
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