What is 8% of 500?

Answer

8% of 500 is 40.

To calculate it, convert 8% to a decimal by dividing by 100, then multiply by 500.

Formula

(8 / 100) x 500 = 40

Step-by-step calculation

1. Convert the percentage: 8 / 100 = 0.08
2. Multiply by the number: 500 x 0.08 = 40
3. Answer: 8% of 500 = 40

Example

8% of 100 is 8, because 100 x 0.08 = 8.

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