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29 June, 2007
More than 100%
When Javed Miandad was Pakistan’s coach, he would often give soundbytes about how ‘the boys’ would “give more than 100%” or will “give 150% of their effort” and so on. It’s fairly common usage, and as language gets more and more devalued, I won’t be surprised if people start promising 1000% and suchlike. Anyway, what does this mean really, to give more than 100%? Is it possible to actually do so?
Yes! For a mathematical explanation, click here. Can’t argue with the conclusion.
(Link via email from Rahul Bhatia.)
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#106 - Generalissimo 76
Sample clues
9 across: Van Morrison classic from Moondance (7)
6 down: Order beginning with ‘A’ (12)
