Editing Discounts and allowances (section)

==== Senior discount ====
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A discount offered to customers who are above a certain relatively advanced age, typically a round number such as 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, or 75; the exact age varies in different cases. The rationale for a senior discount offered by companies is that the customer is assumed to be retired and living on a limited income, and unlikely to be willing to pay full price; sales at reduced price are better than no sales. Non-commercial organizations may offer concessionary prices as a matter of social policy.<ref>[http://www.tvlicensing.co.uk/check-if-you-need-one/for-your-home/aged-74-and-over-aud3/ Example of government concession]: UK residents over 75 are entitled to a free [[television licence]]</ref> Free or reduced-rate travel is often available to older people (see, for example, [[Freedom Pass]]).

In the United States, most grocery stores offer senior discounts, starting for those age 50 or older, but most discounts are offered for those over 60.<ref>[http://www.iweeklyads.com/grocery-stores-with-discounts-for-seniors/ Grocery stores with discounts for seniors]: Grocery stores with discounts for seniors</ref>