Dec 30, 2020 · What is the difference between these two sentences? Does "by" in the first sentence show that 2% is the maximum percentage of the increase? Does "to" in the second …

Mar 28, 2024 · “Increase by” is used when the focus is on the amount added to the original figure, whereas “increase to” is concerned with the final figure reached post increase.

Aug 5, 2012 · The preposition "by" would be more appropriate if you had used "increase" as a verb instead of a noun. (i.e., "It increased by 2%" as opposed to "There was an increase of 2%.")

Aug 4, 2011 · "Increased 10%" is a perfectly ordinary type of usage in published writing, as you can see here. "Increased by 10%" would also be fine; they mean the same thing.

Apr 3, 2024 · Both 'increase by' and 'increase to' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Increase by' is used when referring to the amount of increase, while 'increase to' is …

Sep 26, 2021 · Normally we use "by" with actual values, not with "times". The temperature increased by X degrees means that the new temperature is X degrees higher than the old. X is …

Both 'increased by' and 'increasing by' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Increased by' is used when referring to a specific amount that has been added, while …

Apr 1, 2020 · "Increase to X" implies you are increasing towards this target X. So it doesn't take into account the previous value - i.e if the previous value is 2, increasing to 4 means the new …

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Had an increase' is used to describe a general increase without specifying the amount or percentage, while 'increased by' …

In admission of partner, Increased by is used when a new partner brings in capital, while Increased to is used when the existing partners increase their share in the company.

Apr 1, 2020 · Usually "increased by 4 times" means multiplied by 4. "Ten workers increased by 4 times to forty workers." This is the most common meaning. The "by" is optional. You can use it …

Mar 31, 2024 · Two commonly used expressions, "increase by 2%" and "increase to 2%", carry distinct meanings that can profoundly impact decision-making and strategic planning. It is …

Apr 20, 2023 · What is the difference between increase and enhance and promote and strengthen and improve ? Owing to the rapid increase happening all the walks are on the upswing …

Aug 31, 2021 · “An increase in gross margin to 24%.” “This is an increase of 3% over last year.” The report uses the word increase as a verb and the preposition ‘ to ’ is correct. If the level …

Feb 16, 2019 · What is the difference between increase to and increase by? ‘Increase to’ refers to the total given by an increase. ‘Increase by’ refers to the amount of the increase. Take the …

Feb 25, 2025 · With the political vacuum and absence of India's influence, analysts say, Beijing is trying to increase its foothold in Bangladesh, a country of about 170 million people.

2 days ago · Enter the merit increase, a performance-driven pay rise that promises to bridge the gap between effort and employee recognition. It’s much more than a mere salary increase; it’s …

4 days ago · Introduction This document outlines a set of best practices to guide users in submitting quota increase requests for Azure OpenAI models. Following these...

Jan 15, 2017 · Yes. Increased to: they had sold a total of 5000 Ipods up until 2009. Increased by: a further 5000 Ipods were sold in 2009 (we do not not exactly how many had already been sold).

3 days ago · Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 2.4 percent in the fourth quarter of 2024 (October, November, and December), according to the third estimate …

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