Average of 78% and 47%
How to Calculate the Average of Two Percentages
Let's find the average (arithmetic mean) of 78% and 47%
1
Add the percentages:
78% + 47% = 125%
78% + 47% = 125%
2
Divide by 2 (number of values):
125% ÷ 2 = 62.5%
125% ÷ 2 = 62.5%
The average of 78% and 47% is 62.5%
Understanding the Result
When we calculate the average of 78% and 47%, we:
- First add the two percentages together: 125%
- Then divide by 2 to get the average: 62.5%
This gives us our final result of 62.5%