Average of 8% and 31%
How to Calculate the Average of Two Percentages
Let's find the average (arithmetic mean) of 8% and 31%
1
Add the percentages:
8% + 31% = 39%
8% + 31% = 39%
2
Divide by 2 (number of values):
39% ÷ 2 = 19.5%
39% ÷ 2 = 19.5%
The average of 8% and 31% is 19.5%
Understanding the Result
When we calculate the average of 8% and 31%, we:
- First add the two percentages together: 39%
- Then divide by 2 to get the average: 19.5%
This gives us our final result of 19.5%