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Percentage Calculator

Example: 25% of 200 is 50

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is a percentage?
A percentage is a way of expressing a number as a fraction of 100. It shows parts per hundred and is denoted by the “%” symbol. For example, 25% means 25 parts out of 100. This simple concept is used everywhere—from calculating discounts to interpreting statistics.

Q2. How do I convert between percentages and decimals?

  • To convert a percentage to a decimal, divide by 100 (e.g., 40% becomes 0.40).

  • To convert a decimal to a percentage, multiply by 100 (e.g., 0.75 becomes 75%).
    This conversion is useful when performing calculations and understanding data.

    Q3. Can percentages be more than 100%?
    Yes, percentages can exceed 100% when the part is greater than the whole. For example, if a company’s revenue grows from $100 to $250, the increase is 150% because the new value is 150% more than the original.

    Q4. Why are percentages important?
    Percentages provide a standardized method to compare numbers and express change. They are used in finance (e.g., interest rates, profit margins), retail (discounts and sales tax), and many other fields to simplify complex comparisons and support better decision-making.