What is 5% of 300?

To find 5% of 300, multiply 300 by 5 and divide by 100. 300 × 5 ÷ 100 = 15.

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Another way to look at it

Turn it around: 300% of 5 is also 15. 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 5% of 300 compares to nearby round percentages.

Quick example

If a £300 restaurant bill had a 5% tip added, the tip would be £15.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 5% of 300 more or less than half?

15 is less than half of 300 — half of 300 is 150.

What's the difference between 5% of 300 and 5% off 300?

5% of 300 is the portion itself: 15. 5% off 300 means removing that portion from the total, leaving 285. The two figures add back up to 300.

How do I work out 5% of 300 without a calculator?

Multiply 300 by 5 and divide by 100. A quick shortcut: find 10% of 300 first (30), then scale that up or down to build 5%.