1. What is a 50% then 10% Discount?

A 50% then 10% discount means applying two discounts sequentially - first 50% off the original price, then 10% off the already discounted price. This results in a total discount of 55% off the original price.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( Original\ Price \) — The starting price before any discounts
• \( 0.5 \) — Represents the 50% discount (50% = 0.5)
• \( 0.9 \) — Represents the 10% discount (100% - 10% = 0.9)

Explanation: The discounts are applied multiplicatively, not additively. First the price is halved (50% off), then the result is reduced by another 10%.

3. Understanding Sequential Discounts

Details: Sequential discounts compound differently than a single discount. A 50% then 10% discount is equivalent to a 55% total discount (not 60%), because the second discount is applied to the already reduced price.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Simply enter the original price in dollars (without currency symbol). The calculator will show the final price after both discounts and the total percentage saved.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why isn't the total discount 60%?
A: Because the second 10% discount is applied to the already reduced price (after 50% off), not the original price.

Q2: How is this different from a single 55% discount?
A: Mathematically, they're equivalent in the final price, but sequential discounts are often used in marketing to emphasize multiple savings opportunities.

Q3: Can I calculate other sequential discounts this way?
A: Yes, simply multiply the remaining percentages (as decimals) in order. For example, 20% then 30% would be Original × 0.8 × 0.7.

Q4: Does the order of discounts matter?
A: Mathematically, no - 50% then 10% gives the same result as 10% then 50%. Both result in 55% total discount.

Q5: How would I calculate three sequential discounts?
A: Multiply by each remaining percentage. For 50%, 10%, then 20%: Original × 0.5 × 0.9 × 0.8.