What Is 10% of 120?

12
10% × 120 = 12

Step-by-Step Calculation

Formula: 10% of 120 = (10 ÷ 100) × 120

Step 1: Convert the percentage to a decimal: 10 ÷ 100 = 0.1000

Step 2: Multiply: 0.1000 × 120 = 12

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How to Calculate Percentages

To find X% of Y, multiply Y by X/100. For example, 10% of 120 means "10 hundredths of 120" — or 0.1000 × 120 = 12. This works for any percentage and any number. Percentages are used for discounts (25% off), tips (20% of the bill), taxes (8.5% sales tax), and statistics (55% approval rating).

Reverse calculation: 12 is what percent of 120? Answer: 10%. Formula: (12 ÷ 120) × 100 = 10%.

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