What is 80% of 120?

To find 80% of 120, multiply 120 by 80 and divide by 100. 120 × 80 ÷ 100 = 96.

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Another way to look at it

Turn it around: 120% of 80 is also 96. That's not a coincidence — percentages work both ways, so swapping the two numbers always gives you the same answer.

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Quick example

A 80% pay rise on a £120 salary adds £96 extra each year.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 80% of 120 more or less than half?

96 is more than half of 120 — half of 120 is 60.

What's the difference between 80% of 120 and 80% off 120?

80% of 120 is the portion itself: 96. 80% off 120 means removing that portion from the total, leaving 24. The two figures add back up to 120.

How do I work out 80% of 120 without a calculator?

Multiply 120 by 80 and divide by 100. A quick shortcut: find 10% of 120 first (12), then scale that up or down to build 80%.