Discount Calculator

Final price and amount saved after a percentage discount.

Overview

Calculates final sale prices, net dollar savings, and stacked double discounts for retail clearance sales and shopping promotions.

Formula & Calculation Method

Discount Amount = Original Price × (Discount Rate / 100) | Final Sale Price = Original Price - Discount Amount

For stacked discounts (e.g. 20% off plus extra 10% off): Second discount applies to the already discounted price, not the original base price.

Worked Example: ₹2,500 Jacket on 30% Clearance Sale with 5% GST

Inputs: Original Price = ₹2,500 | Discount = 30% | Sales Tax / GST = 5%

  • Discount savings = ₹2,500 × 0.30 = ₹750
  • Discounted sale price = ₹2,500 - ₹750 = ₹1,750
  • Add 5% GST = ₹1,750 × 0.05 = ₹87.50
  • Final checkout price = ₹1,750 + ₹87.50 = ₹1,837.50

Summary: Original = ₹2,500 | Savings = ₹750 (30%) | Final Price = ₹1,837.50

Common Use Cases

  • Shopping Clearance Evaluation: Verify cash register discounts and coupon code savings during festival sales.
  • Retail Margin Setting: Calculate net proceeds when offering seasonal clearance promotions on aged inventory.
  • Compare Promotions: Compare 'Buy 1 Get 1 Free' (50% off) against 'Buy 2 Get 1 Free' (33.3% off).

Frequently Asked Questions

How does 'Buy 1 Get 1 Free' translate to a percentage discount?

Buy 1 Get 1 Free equals a 50% discount across the two items.

How do stacked double discounts work?

The first discount is deducted from original price; the second discount is deducted from that resulting lower subtotal.

Is sales tax calculated before or after the discount?

Sales tax is calculated on the final discounted price after all promotional discounts have been deducted.

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