Discount Calculator
Calculate discounts, sale prices, savings amounts, and find original prices from discounted prices
Calculate Discount
Example Discount Calculation
Shopping Scenario
Product: Designer Jacket
Original Price: $120.00
Discount: 25% off
Tax: 8% (not included)
Step-by-Step Calculation
1. Calculate discount: $120 × 25% = $30
2. Subtract discount: $120 - $30 = $90
3. Add tax: $90 × 8% = $7.20
4. Final price: $90 + $7.20 = $97.20
5. Total savings: $120 - $97.20 = $22.80
Types of Discounts
Percentage Discount
Most common type
e.g., 20% off, 50% off
Fixed Amount
Dollar amount off
e.g., $10 off, $50 off
Quantity Discount
Based on quantity purchased
e.g., Buy 2 get 1 free
Seasonal Sales
Holiday and clearance sales
e.g., End of season sales
Smart Shopping Tips
Compare the final price, not just the discount percentage
Watch out for fake discounts with inflated original prices
Factor in shipping costs for online purchases
Consider whether you actually need the item, regardless of discount
Understanding Discounts and Sales
How Discounts Work
Discounts are price reductions offered by retailers to incentivize purchases. They can be expressed as a percentage of the original price or as a fixed dollar amount. Understanding how to calculate the true savings helps you make informed purchasing decisions.
Common Discount Strategies
- •Clearance Sales: End-of-season inventory reduction
- •Volume Discounts: Price breaks for buying more
- •Promotional Sales: Marketing-driven price reductions
- •Member Discounts: Loyalty program benefits
Discount Mathematics
Final Price = Original × (1 - Discount%)
For 30% off: $100 × (1 - 0.30) = $70
Beware of Marketing Tricks
Anchoring: Inflated "original" prices make discounts seem better than they actually are.
Time Pressure: "Limited time" offers create urgency that may lead to impulsive decisions.