Average of 53% and 8%
How to Calculate the Average of Two Percentages
Let's find the average (arithmetic mean) of 53% and 8%
1
Add the percentages:
53% + 8% = 61%
53% + 8% = 61%
2
Divide by 2 (number of values):
61% ÷ 2 = 30.5%
61% ÷ 2 = 30.5%
The average of 53% and 8% is 30.5%
Understanding the Result
When we calculate the average of 53% and 8%, we:
- First add the two percentages together: 61%
- Then divide by 2 to get the average: 30.5%
This gives us our final result of 30.5%