What is 20% of 60?

To find 20% of 60, multiply 60 by 20 and divide by 100. 60 × 20 ÷ 100 = 12.

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Another way to look at it

Turn it around: 60% of 20 is also 12. That's not a coincidence — percentages work both ways, so swapping the two numbers always gives you the same answer.

Nearby round percentages

For context, here is how 20% of 60 compares to nearby round percentages.

Quick example

If a £60 restaurant bill had a 20% tip added, the tip would be £12.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 20% of 60 more or less than half?

12 is less than half of 60 — half of 60 is 30.

What's the difference between 20% of 60 and 20% off 60?

20% of 60 is the portion itself: 12. 20% off 60 means removing that portion from the total, leaving 48. The two figures add back up to 60.

How do I work out 20% of 60 without a calculator?

Multiply 60 by 20 and divide by 100. A quick shortcut: find 10% of 60 first (6), then scale that up or down to build 20%.