1. What is the Original Price Before Discount?

The original price before discount is the initial price of an item before any percentage discount is applied. This calculator helps you determine what the price was before a known discount percentage was applied to reach the current sale price.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• \( Price \) — Current discounted price (USD)
• \( \% \) — Discount percentage applied (%)

Explanation: The formula reverses the discount calculation by dividing the sale price by (1 - discount percentage as decimal).

3. Importance of Calculating Original Price

Details: Knowing the original price helps consumers understand the true value of a discount, compare deals between retailers, and make informed purchasing decisions.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the current price in USD and the discount percentage (0-99). Both values must be positive numbers, with discount less than 100%.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why can't I enter 100% discount?
A: A 100% discount would mean the item is free, making the original price calculation undefined (division by zero).

Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically precise for simple percentage discounts. It doesn't account for additional discounts or complex pricing schemes.

Q3: Can I use this for multiple discounts?
A: This calculates a single percentage discount. For multiple discounts, you would need to chain the calculations.

Q4: Does this work for price increases?
A: Yes, you can enter a negative discount percentage to calculate the original price before a markup.

Q5: What if I only know the discount amount?
A: If you know the dollar amount discounted, original price = current price + discount amount.