How do I calculate discount percentage?

Discount% = ((MRP - Sale Price) / MRP) × 100.

How do successive discounts work?

Apply each discount sequentially. 20% + 10% off ₹1000: First 20% → ₹800, then 10% → ₹720. It's NOT 30% off.

What is the difference between discount and markup?

Discount is a reduction from the selling price. Markup is the amount added to cost price to set the selling price.

How to Calculate Discount Price

Understanding discount calculations helps you evaluate deals while shopping. The discount formula lets you calculate the sale price and actual savings.

Discount Formula

Sale Price = MRP × (1 - Discount% / 100)

Where:

MRP = Maximum Retail Price (original price)
Discount% = Discount percentage offered
Sale Price = Final price after discount

Step-by-Step:

1
Convert percentage
Divide the discount percentage by 100.
2
Calculate discount amount
Multiply MRP by the decimal discount.
3
Subtract
Subtract discount amount from MRP to get sale price.

Worked Examples:

Shopping discount

MRP: ₹2,000Discount: 30%

Result: ₹1,400

Discount = 2000 × 30/100 = 600. Sale Price = 2000 - 600 = ₹1,400