Google Sheets Formula for Multiplication

Formula

To multiply the value in cell A5 by 12, use the following formula:

=A5 * 12

Explanation

• =: This indicates the start of a formula in Google Sheets.
• A5: This references the cell containing the value you wish to multiply.
• *: This is the multiplication operator, used to multiply two numbers.
• 12: This is the number you want to multiply by.

Thus, the formula multiplies the value in A5 by 12 and returns the result in the cell where the formula is entered.

Practical Example

Assuming:

• Cell A5 contains the value 5.

Cell A6

When you enter the formula =A5 * 12 into cell A6, the output will be:

• A6: 60 (because 5 multiplied by 12 equals 60).

Application Scope

This formula can be used in various scenarios, such as:

• Budget calculations (e.g., calculating monthly expenses by multiplying daily costs).
• Projections (e.g., forecasting yearly sales based on monthly figures).

By using this straightforward multiplication formula, users can efficiently perform basic arithmetic operations within their spreadsheets. For more advanced data analysis techniques, consider exploring courses on the Enterprise DNA Platform.