prosenttipiste
Prosenttipiste is a term occasionally used in Norwegian statistics to denote a unit that represents a one-percentage-point difference on a percentage scale. The more common and standard Norwegian term for this concept is prosentpoeng. Because prosenttipiste is less widely adopted, it can lead to confusion, and it is often advisable to use prosentpoeng in formal writing.
Definition and meaning: A single prosenttipiste equals 1 percentage point, meaning a change from 10% to 11%
Distinction from percentage change: Prosenttipistes (percentage points) measure absolute changes on a percentage scale, whereas percentage
Usage: Prosenttipistes are commonly used in reporting and interpreting data such as poll results, unemployment rates,
Related concepts: Prosentpoeng is the standard Norwegian term for this unit. Other related terms include prosentforandring
In summary, prosenttipiste denotes a one-percentage-point change on a percentage scale, but readers should prefer prosentpoeng