Average of 32% and 16%
How to Calculate the Average of Two Percentages
Let's find the average (arithmetic mean) of 32% and 16%
1
Add the percentages:
32% + 16% = 48%
32% + 16% = 48%
2
Divide by 2 (number of values):
48% ÷ 2 = 24%
48% ÷ 2 = 24%
The average of 32% and 16% is 24%
Understanding the Result
When we calculate the average of 32% and 16%, we:
- First add the two percentages together: 48%
- Then divide by 2 to get the average: 24%
This gives us our final result of 24%