5% of 40 is 2.00. Multiply 40 by 5 and divide by 100.

What is 5% of 40?

Answer

5% of 40 = 2.00

5 ÷ 100 × 40 = 2.00

To find 5% of 40, convert the percentage to a decimal (0.05) and multiply by 40. That gives 2.00.

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