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Percentages are a fundamental part of daily life, from calculating tips at a restaurant to understanding interest rates on a loan. A percentage represents a fraction of 100, making it easier to compare different quantities.
The basic formula for finding a percentage is:
(Part / Whole) × 100 = PercentageFor example, if you have 20 apples and 5 are red, the percentage of red apples is (5 / 20) × 100 = 25%.
Common questions about percentage calculations.
To calculate percentage increase: Subtract the original value from the new value, divide by the original value, and multiply by 100.
To find the original value before a percentage increase/decrease, divide the final value by (1 ± percentage/100).
Yes, this percentage calculator is completely free to use for all your mathematical needs.