1. What is a Percentage Off Calculator?

Definition: This calculator determines the final sale price after applying a percentage discount to an original price.

Purpose: It helps shoppers and businesses quickly calculate discounts and sale prices for products and services.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• Original — The original price before discount
• % — The discount percentage (0-100)
• Sale Price — The final price after discount

Explanation: The discount percentage is converted to a decimal (divided by 100) and subtracted from 1 to get the multiplier for the original price.

3. Importance of Discount Calculations

Details: Accurate discount calculations ensure proper pricing, profit margins, and help consumers understand their savings.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the original price in your currency and the discount percentage (0-100). The calculator will show both the sale price and amount saved.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Can I calculate multiple discounts?
A: For multiple discounts, calculate them sequentially (apply first discount to original price, then second discount to the new price).

Q2: How do I calculate the reverse (original price from sale price)?
A: Use: Original Price = Sale Price / (1 - Discount%/100)

Q3: Does this work for percentage increases?
A: Yes, enter a negative percentage (though most would use a percentage increase calculator for that).

Q4: Why does 100% off not always equal zero?
A: Due to rounding in currency calculations, 100% off should equal zero, but minor discrepancies might appear with very large numbers.

Q5: How do I calculate tax after discount?
A: First calculate the sale price, then add your local tax percentage to that amount.