Comparing Two Percentage Offers
Two offers can only be compared once both are converted to the same basis — usually price per unit. The headline that looks like the bigger discount is not always the one that actually saves more.
In this lesson
Comparing Two Percentage Offers is part of Percentages in Money. This preview shows how percentages connects to everyday family decisions such as earning, saving, spending choices, goals, approvals, or parent-guided money conversations inside Progress Penguin.
Think about this money choice
Chukwu's shop offers 15% off all stationery. Another shop offers 'buy two, get one free' on the same items.
How it works
When comparing two deals on the same item, convert both to the same basis before deciding. A percentage discount and a 'buy two get one free' offer both save money — but different amounts. Calculate the actual price per unit under each offer to find which saves more.
Try a real-life example
Real-life money moment: Chukwu's shop offers 15% off stationery. Another shop offers 'buy two, get one free' on the same items. Each item costs 200 in local currency normally. Under 15% off: 200 in local currency × 85% = 170 in local currency each. Under BOGO: buy 2 get 1 free = pay 400 in local currency for 3 items = 133.33 in local currency each. The BOGO deal is cheaper per item.
Activity preview
Choose the best money move
Use what you just learned. Choose the option you can explain.
Practice funding your spending account
Open Requests and make a deposit request so you can see how money gets added before spending. Parent approval can happen later.
Quiz preview
Comparing Two Percentage Offers means:
Offer A: 30% off 10000 in local currency. Offer B: 20% off 6000 in local currency. Which saves more money?