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For example, TODAY() function:
Subject: Use of AutoSum Command
To use the common functions like SUM, AVERAGE,
MAX and MIN, click on the down-arrow under
Formula tab of the AutoSum command.
Type =TODAY()
in the cell.
Press Enter key, the current date appears in the cell.
COMMON ERRORS IN FUNCTIONS
We may get an error while performing calculations using functions. Some common errors are:
Error Meaning Troubleshooting Tip
The column is not wide enough to
#### Increase the width of the column.
display the number.
Division by zero is an invalid
#Div/0! Change the divisor to a non-zero value.
operation.
The formula contains an invalid Check if the data type is the same in all
#VALUE!
operation. the referred cells.
#N/A Data is not available. Check if the data is entered in the cell.
The function name is not
#NAME? Check and correct the function name.
recognised by Excel.
#REF! The cell reference is not valid. Check and correct the cell ranges.
The formula or function contains Ensure there are no special symbols such
#NUM!
invalid numeric values. as $ or % being used with the number.
Life Skills & Values
Self Reflection
Your brother is preparing a list of snacks items with their price for his birthday party. He is manually
Self Reflection
calculating the total amount. Is there any function or formula that can help him calculate the price
easily and quickly? As a responsible person, you should always suggest such ideas to the people in
need of them.
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