The amount deducted or subtracted from a cost or price.
A discount is a reduction in the price of something. When we get a discount, we pay less than the original price. Discounts are often given during sales or as part of special offers.
For example:
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If a shirt costs $20 and you get a 25% discount, that means you pay 25% less.
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25% of $20 = $5
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So the discount is $5, and you only pay $15 for the shirt.
Understanding how to calculate and apply discounts helps with everyday math, especially when shopping, budgeting, or comparing prices.
When Do Students Learn About Discounts?
Students begin learning about discounts when they explore percentages and real-world math applications.
Grades 5–6 – Introduction to Discounts and Percents
Students learn to find percentages of numbers and apply them to situations like sales and savings.
Grades 7+ – Applying Percentages in Word Problems
Students solve more advanced problems involving multiple discounts, taxes, and markups.
