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What is 40% of 120?

40% of 12048

40% of 120 is 48. To find it, turn the percentage into a decimal and multiply.

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40% of 120 = 48

Step by step

  1. 1Convert 40% to a decimal: 40 ÷ 100 = 0.4.
  2. 2Multiply by 120: 0.4 × 120 = 48.

Other ways to get there

As a decimal
40% = 0.4, and 0.4 × 120 = 48.
As a fraction
40% = 40/100 = 2/5, so 120 × 2/5 = 48.
In your head
10% of 120 is 12; 4 × 12 = 48 for 40%. Add them up: 48.

Frequently asked questions

How do you calculate 40% of 120?

Divide 40 by 100 to get 0.4, then multiply by 120: 0.4 × 120 = 48.

What is 120 minus 40%?

120 − 48 = 72. That's the price after a 40% discount on 120.

What is 120 plus 40%?

120 + 48 = 168. That's 120 after a 40% increase, markup or tax.

48 is what percent of 120?

40%. Dividing 48 by 120 gives 0.4, which is 40%.