Average of 28% and 51%
How to Calculate the Average of Two Percentages
Let's find the average (arithmetic mean) of 28% and 51%
1
Add the percentages:
28% + 51% = 79%
28% + 51% = 79%
2
Divide by 2 (number of values):
79% ÷ 2 = 39.5%
79% ÷ 2 = 39.5%
The average of 28% and 51% is 39.5%
Understanding the Result
When we calculate the average of 28% and 51%, we:
- First add the two percentages together: 79%
- Then divide by 2 to get the average: 39.5%
This gives us our final result of 39.5%