Question

In cell D12, use the quick analysis tool to create a formula that uses the SUM function to total the values in the range D4:D11.

Answer 1

To total the values in the range D4:D11 in cell D12, select the range, click the Quick Analysis tool, click on 'Totals', and then choose 'Sum' to insert the sum formula which is '=SUM(D4:D11)'.

Step-by-step explanation:

In cell D12 of your spreadsheet, you can use the Quick Analysis tool to easily create a formula that will calculate the total sum of the values in the range D4:D11. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it:

1. Select the range D4:D11 which contains the data you wish to sum.
2. After your selection, the Quick Analysis button will appear at the bottom-right corner of the selected range. Click this button.
3. In the Quick Analysis options, click on 'Totals'.
4. Choose 'Sum' to automatically insert a formula in cell D12 that totals the values of D4 through D11.

Once you have followed these steps, cell D12 should display the sum of the numbers listed above it. In Excel, the formula that performs this operation is =SUM(D4:D11), and by using the Quick Analysis tool, Excel generates this formula for you.