Question 1

What is a percentage?

Accepted Answer

A percentage is a number or ratio expressed as a fraction of 100. It's denoted by the symbol % and represents parts per hundred.

Question 2

How do I calculate percentage increase?

Accepted Answer

To calculate percentage increase, subtract the original value from the new value, divide by the original value, then multiply by 100. Formula: ((New - Old) ÷ Old) × 100

Question 3

What's the difference between percentage increase and percentage change?

Accepted Answer

Percentage increase specifically refers to when a value gets larger. Percentage change can be either positive (increase) or negative (decrease).

Question 4

How do I find the original price before a discount?

Accepted Answer

Use reverse percentage calculation. Divide the discounted price by (1 - discount percentage ÷ 100). For example, if something costs $80 after a 20% discount: 80 ÷ (1 - 20 ÷ 100) = 80 ÷ 0.8 = $100

Question 5

Can percentages be greater than 100%?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Percentages can exceed 100%. For example, if a stock price doubles from $50 to $100, that's a 100% increase. If it triples to $150, that's a 200% increase.

Question 6

What's the difference between percentage points and percent?

Accepted Answer

Percentage points refer to the arithmetic difference between percentages. If unemployment rises from 5% to 7%, that's an increase of 2 percentage points, but a 40% relative increase.

Question 7

Are your calculators accurate?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our calculators use standard mathematical formulas and are thoroughly tested. However, for critical financial decisions, we recommend double-checking with a financial professional.

Question 8

Do you store my calculation data?

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No, all calculations are performed in your browser and we don't store or transmit your input data. Your privacy is important to us.

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