1. What is the Original Price Calculator?

The Original Price Calculator determines the pre-discount price of an item when you know its sale price and the discount rate applied. This is useful for understanding the true value of discounted items.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• \( Sale \) — The discounted price (USD)
• \( Rate \) — The discount rate (%)

Explanation: The formula reverses the discount calculation to find the original price before the discount was applied.

3. Importance of Original Price Calculation

Details: Knowing the original price helps consumers understand the true value of discounts and make informed purchasing decisions. It's also important for financial analysis and accounting.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the sale price in USD and the discount rate as a percentage (0-99.99). Both values must be positive numbers, with discount rate less than 100%.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why can't the discount rate be 100% or more?
A: A 100% discount would make the sale price zero, making the original price calculation impossible (division by zero). Discounts over 100% would imply negative prices.

Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically precise for simple percentage discounts. It doesn't account for additional factors like taxes or layered discounts.

Q3: Can this be used for multiple discounts?
A: For multiple discounts, you would need to calculate the equivalent single discount rate first.

Q4: Does this work for price markups too?
A: Yes, by entering a negative "discount" rate (markup percentage), you can calculate the original price before markup.

Q5: What if I know the original price and want the sale price?
A: The standard discount formula is: Sale Price = Original × (1 - Rate/100)