Asked by Tyler Brenner on Sep 25, 2024
An asterisk (*)following a cell reference in a formula is the arithmetic operator that directs Excel to perform the division operation.
Arithmetic Operator
Symbols used in mathematics and programming to perform standard arithmetic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Division Operation
A mathematical operation represented by the symbol "/", involving the splitting of a quantity into equal parts or groups.
- Comprehend the fundamentals of formula development, execution, and why formulas should begin with an equal sign.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the fundamentals of formula development, execution, and why formulas should begin with an equal sign.
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