To find a percentage of a number we can use a calculator.
25% is the same as 0.25
2% is the same as 0.02
125% is the same as 1.25
Example 1
Use a calculator to find the following percentage:
32% of 420
Answer 1
On your calculator, type:
0.32 x 420 = 134.4
Example 2
Use a calculator to find the following percentage:
144% of 250
Answer 2
On your calculator, type:
1.44 x 250 = 360
