1. What is a Percentage Off Price Calculator?

Definition: This calculator determines the discount amount and final price when a percentage is taken off an original price.

Purpose: It helps shoppers, business owners, and financial analysts quickly calculate discounts and sale prices.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( \text{Discount} \) — Amount to subtract from original price
• \( \text{Price} \) — Original price before discount
• \( \text{Percentage} \) — Discount percentage (0-100)

Final Price: Original Price - Discount Amount

3. Importance of Discount Calculation

Details: Accurate discount calculations ensure proper pricing, profit margins, and financial planning for both buyers and sellers.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the original price and discount percentage (0-100). The calculator will show both the discount amount and final price.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Can I calculate percentage increases with this?
A: Yes, though it's designed for discounts, you can enter negative percentages to calculate increases.

Q2: How do I calculate the percentage if I know the discount amount?
A: Percentage = (Discount Amount / Original Price) × 100

Q3: Does this work for multiple discounts?
A: No, this calculates a single percentage discount. For multiple discounts, apply them sequentially.

Q4: What's the difference between "off" and "of" in percentage calculations?
A: "20% off" means subtract 20% from the price. "20% of" means calculate 20% of the price.

Q5: How do I reverse a percentage discount?
A: To find the original price from a discounted price: Original Price = Discounted Price / (1 - (Percentage/100))