Percentage Calculator

Percentage of a Number

This calculator helps you find the value that represents a specific percentage of a total number.

The Formula

$P = \frac{Percentage}{100} \times Total$

Example

To find 20% of 50: $P = \frac{20}{100} \times 50 = 0.2 \times 50 = 10$

Applications

• Discounts: Calculating how much you save during a sale.
• Tips: Determining the tip amount at a restaurant.
• Taxes: Calculating sales tax on a purchase.