Divide the price by four to find the discount amount, then subtract it from the original price. For a $150 item, divide by four to get $37.50, then subtract to get $112.50. Alternatively, multiply the price by 0.75 to get the final price directly.

A 25% discount on a $150 item saves you $37.50, bringing the final price to $112.50. This is the same as paying 75% of the original price. Before tax, you'd pay $112.50 at the register.

A 25% discount is a solid deal for most retail purchases, saving you a quarter of the price. It's particularly worthwhile on items you were already planning to buy or on higher-priced goods where the dollar savings are substantial. Compare with other retailers to make sure the pre-discount price isn't inflated.