Percentage Calculator Information
How Percentage Calculations Work
- What is X% of Y? — Calculates the value that is X percent of Y
- X is what percent of Y? — Finds the percentage that X is of Y
- What percent increase from X to Y? — Computes the percentage increase from X to Y
- What percent decrease from X to Y? — Computes the percentage decrease from X to Y
- X increased by Y% is what? — Calculates the new value after an increase
- X decreased by Y% is what? — Calculates the new value after a decrease
Examples
Answer: 30
Answer: 25%
Answer: 25%
Answer: 20%
Answer: 115
Answer: 200
Common Use Cases
- Calculating discounts and sales tax
- Finding grade percentages
- Analyzing percent change in finance or statistics
- Comparing proportions in data
- Budgeting and financial planning
Tips
- Double-check your input values for accuracy
- Use the percent increase/decrease options to quickly see changes
- Remember that dividing by zero is not allowed
- Results are rounded to two decimal places for clarity
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A: Yes, for percent change, negative results indicate a decrease.
A: The calculator will show an error, as division by zero is not allowed.
A: Yes, results are rounded to two decimal places for clarity.
Important Disclaimers
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes only. Percentage calculations are based on standard mathematical formulas.
For critical applications such as financial calculations, tax computations, or business decisions, always verify results with professional financial software and consult with qualified professionals.
This calculator is not a substitute for professional financial tools or expert consultation. Always use appropriate precision for your specific use case.