Step-by-Step Calculation
Formula: 40% of 25 = (40 ÷ 100) × 25
Step 1: Convert the percentage to a decimal: 40 ÷ 100 = 0.4000
Step 2: Multiply: 0.4000 × 25 = 10
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How to Calculate Percentages
To find X% of Y, multiply Y by X/100. For example, 40% of 25 means "40 hundredths of 25" — or 0.4000 × 25 = 10. 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: 10 is what percent of 25? Answer: 40%. Formula: (10 ÷ 25) × 100 = 40%.
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