Relative Change Calculator
Calculate the relative change between two values with detailed step-by-step solutions
Calculator
Formula & Theory
Relative Change Formula
Relative Change (%) =
(Final Value - Initial Value)
|Initial Value|
× 100
Key Concepts
- Measures proportional change relative to the starting value
- Expressed as a percentage for easy comparison
- Positive values indicate increase, negative indicate decrease
- Uses absolute value of initial value to handle negative starting points
Frequently Asked Questions
Relative change measures the change between two values as a percentage of the initial value. It's calculated as: Relative Change (%) = ((Final Value - Initial Value) ÷ |Initial Value|) × 100. This helps compare changes of different magnitudes on a common scale.
Tips
- Enter the dimensions in the same unit for consistency.
- Results update automatically as you type.
- Use the unit selector to convert between different measurement systems.