Step-by-step walkthrough

Discount & Final Price Guide

Use this companion guide beside the interactive calculator to make sure you understand the “why” behind every click. Each section includes the classroom explanation, student-friendly language, and quick practice prompts.

Before you start

Collect the data points listed below and double-check their units. Keeping an organized “givens” list is one of the fastest ways to reduce math errors and impress exam graders.

  • discount
  • sales tax
  • final price

Detailed procedure

  1. Step 1

    Enter the unit price and quantity.

  2. Step 2

    Add the discount percent and local tax rate if applicable.

  3. Step 3

    Review the breakdown for subtotal, discount, tax, and the all-in total.

Teaching & troubleshooting tips

Can I enter coupon codes or flat discounts?

Convert flat discounts to a percentage of the subtotal or subtract them from the unit price before entering the numbers.

Does it handle VAT-inclusive pricing?

Yes. Set tax to zero to see the price before VAT, or include your VAT percentage to view the total you’ll pay at checkout.

Next steps