Average of 72% and 31%
How to Calculate the Average of Two Percentages
Let's find the average (arithmetic mean) of 72% and 31%
1
Add the percentages:
72% + 31% = 103%
72% + 31% = 103%
2
Divide by 2 (number of values):
103% ÷ 2 = 51.5%
103% ÷ 2 = 51.5%
The average of 72% and 31% is 51.5%
Understanding the Result
When we calculate the average of 72% and 31%, we:
- First add the two percentages together: 103%
- Then divide by 2 to get the average: 51.5%
This gives us our final result of 51.5%