Explanation

What is Percentage?

A percentage is a way to express a number as parts per hundred. It is commonly used for discounts, growth, tax, and comparisons.

What this calculator does

Find a percentage of a number, plus or minus the same percent.

Inputs you need

• Base value
• Percent

Formula

• Percentage value: N x (P / 100)
• Increased value: N x (1 + P/100)
• Decreased value: N x (1 - P/100)

Example

If base value is 240 and percent is 15:

• 15% of 240 = 36
• 240 + 15% = 276
• 240 - 15% = 204

Quick input set you can try:

• Base value: 240
• Percent: 15

FAQ

1) What does this calculator help with? It helps you calculate Percentage quickly and with consistent formulas.

2) Which formula is used? It uses the standard method shown in the formula section on this page.

3) Can I use decimal values? Yes. Decimal values are supported for most numeric fields.

4) Should I rely on this for final decisions? Use it as a practical estimate, and verify critical decisions with official documents or expert advice.