Scientists have discovered what they call the MS multiple sc

Scientists have discovered what they call the MS (multiple sclerosis) gene. This gene is present in 87 percent of the people who have MS. Is this a big number?

Following the introduction of the 55mph speed limit in 1973, traffic fatalities per million miles driven fell an average of 3% per year over the next 10 years. Is this a big number?

Solution

The MS gene is present 87 percent of the people. Out of 100 the MS gene is present in 87 people. So, this is big number.