In addition, the ratio of unemployed persons to each job opening has consistently held steady at three to one.

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Microsoft ( MSFT - news - people ) headquarters in nearby Redmond likely contributes to its low ratio of 2.8 job seekers per opening.

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Our book-to-bill ratio, as measured by end customer bookings, was above one and our OEM opening backlog for shipment in the third quarter increased from the prior quarter, indicating continued growth in demand for our products.

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Through their opening two games, England has converted almost 14% of its chances at Euro 2012, the best ratio in European Championship history, while the team's defense has made more blocks and tackles than any other.

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