What does 1 in 8 mean?

1 in 8 means 1 successful outcome for every 8 chances.

Equivalent percentage
12.50%

How rare is that?

This means the outcome happens, on average, once every 8 tries. Smaller percentages mean rarer events.

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Frequently asked questions

What does 1 in 8 mean?

It means there are 1 successful outcomes in every 8 chances.

What percentage is 1 in 8?

1 in 8 is equal to 12.5%.

Does a smaller percentage mean a rarer event?

Yes. The smaller the percentage, the less often the event is expected to happen.

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