Average of 40% and 80%
How to Calculate the Average of Two Percentages
Let's find the average (arithmetic mean) of 40% and 80%
1
Add the percentages:
40% + 80% = 120%
40% + 80% = 120%
2
Divide by 2 (number of values):
120% ÷ 2 = 60%
120% ÷ 2 = 60%
The average of 40% and 80% is 60%
Understanding the Result
When we calculate the average of 40% and 80%, we:
- First add the two percentages together: 120%
- Then divide by 2 to get the average: 60%
This gives us our final result of 60%