Percentage Calculator

Calculating Percentage of a Value

To find a percentage of a given number, use this formula:

Result = (Percentage / 100) × Base Value

Example: Finding 12% of 580:

Result = (12 / 100) × 580 = 69.6

When to Use:

• Calculating discounts on products
• Finding tax amounts (e.g., VAT, GST)
• Determining interest on loans
• Estimating commissions and salary deductions

How to Use: Enter a percentage and a base value, and the result will be calculated dynamically. This method simplifies complex percentage-based evaluations and ensures accurate financial decision-making.

Finding What Percentage One Number is of Another

To determine what percentage one number is of another, use this formula:

Percentage = (Part / Whole) × 100

Example: What percentage is 120 of 2000?

Percentage = (120 / 2000) × 100 = 6%

When to Use:

• Calculating profit margins in business
• Evaluating student test scores
• Analyzing growth rates in finance
• Measuring efficiency in production or performance

How to Use: Enter two numbers—one representing the part and the other representing the whole. The percentage is automatically calculated. This method is commonly used in market analysis, performance evaluations, and investment return assessments.