Discount Calculator
Calculate discounts, sale prices, and savings amounts. Free discount calculator for shopping, business pricing, and percentage calculations.
Discount Calculator
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Understanding Discounts: Theory, Usage, and History
Types of Discounts
Percentage Discount
Most common type, expressed as a percentage off the original price.
Fixed Amount Discount
A specific dollar amount deducted from the original price.
Buy One Get One (BOGO)
Special offers where additional items are free or discounted.
History of Discounting
The practice of offering discounts dates back to ancient marketplaces where haggling was common. Modern retail discounting became widespread in the 19th century with the rise of department stores. The concept of "sales" and percentage discounts became standardized in the 20th century as retail psychology evolved.
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Quick Tips
- • Compare percentage vs. fixed amount discounts
- • Consider additional costs like taxes and shipping
- • Stack multiple discounts when possible
- • Calculate cost per unit for bulk discounts