1. What is the Original Price Formula?

The Original Price Formula calculates the pre-discount price of an item when you know its sale price and the discount percentage applied. This is particularly useful for car sales where discounts are commonly advertised.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following equation:

Where:

• \( Sale \) — The discounted sale price in USD
• \( Discount\% \) — The percentage discount applied (0-100%)

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 a discount and compare deals more effectively, especially important for major purchases like cars.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the sale price in USD and the discount percentage (0-100). Both values must be valid (sale price > 0, discount between 0-99.99).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why can't the discount be 100%?
A: Mathematically, a 100% discount would make the denominator zero (undefined), and no legitimate sale would offer a 100% discount.

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

Q3: Can this be used for other products besides cars?
A: Yes, this formula works for any item sold with a percentage discount.

Q4: What if the car has multiple discounts?
A: You would need to know the equivalent single discount percentage that represents all combined discounts.

Q5: Does this work for markup calculations?
A: No, this is specifically for discount reversal. Markup calculations require a different formula.