Excel Formula: =F106*0.2

Formula Explanation

The formula =F106*0.2 performs a simple multiplication operation in Excel. Here’s a breakdown of each component:

• F106: This is a reference to a specific cell (F106) in the worksheet. The value in this cell will be used as the multiplicand.
• 0.2: This is the multiplier. It represents 20% (or one-fifth) of the value in cell F106.
• =: This start symbol indicates that what follows is a formula rather than a static value.

Logic and Functionality

The formula calculates 20% of the value present in cell F106. When you input this formula into any cell, Excel retrieves the value from F106 and multiplies it by 0.2, yielding the result directly in the cell where the formula is entered.

Practical Example

Consider the following scenario:

• Assumption: The value in cell F106 is 100.

To apply the formula:

1. Click on the cell where you want to display the result (e.g., G106).
2. Enter the formula: =F106*0.2.
3. Press Enter.

Results

• The value in F106 is 100.
• The formula calculates: 100 * 0.2.
• The result displayed in G106 will be 20.

Application Scope

This formula is useful in various contexts, including:

• Calculating Discounts: If F106 contains a price, this formula can determine a 20% discount from that price.
• Determining Commissions: If the value in F106 represents sales, the formula can represent a 20% commission.
• Budgeting: It can also be used to allocate a specific percentage of a budgeted amount.

This straightforward application of multiplication demonstrates how simple calculations can be executed efficiently in Excel. For more complex scenarios and advanced Excel functionalities, exploring resources available on the Enterprise DNA Platform may be beneficial.