Average of 31% and 40%
How to Calculate the Average of Two Percentages
Let's find the average (arithmetic mean) of 31% and 40%
1
Add the percentages:
31% + 40% = 71%
31% + 40% = 71%
2
Divide by 2 (number of values):
71% ÷ 2 = 35.5%
71% ÷ 2 = 35.5%
The average of 31% and 40% is 35.5%
Understanding the Result
When we calculate the average of 31% and 40%, we:
- First add the two percentages together: 71%
- Then divide by 2 to get the average: 35.5%
This gives us our final result of 35.5%