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How To Use DPRODUCT() Function in Google Sheets

Description

Returns the product of values selected from a database table-like array or range using a SQL-like query.

Common questions about the DPRODUCT formula include: What is the DPRODUCT formula and what does it do? How is the DPRODUCT formula different from other spreadsheet formulas?

The DPRODUCT formula can be used to multiply two or more numbers together. It is important to note that the DPRODUCT formula only works when all the values in its range or set are numeric and positive.

The DPRODUCT formula can be commonly mistyped as DPRODCUT, DPROCTU, DROPDUCT, or DROPUCT.

Some common ways the DPRODUCT formula is used inappropriately include using it in a range with non-numeric values, attempting to use it with negative numbers, or using it with non-contiguous cells.

Common pitfalls when using the DPRODUCT formula include using it when both of the values being multiplied are small numbers, as this can cause an error due to the number being too big. Additionally, be careful when using the DPRODUCT formula with values that are close to each other because the final calculation could turn out to be inaccurate.

Common mistakes when using the DPRODUCT formula include typing the formula incorrectly and using the formula with non-numeric values or negative numbers.

Common misconceptions people might have with the DPRODUCT formula is that it can be used with mixed numbers (positive and negative numbers) or with negative numbers. However, only positive numbers can be used with the DPRODUCT formula.

How To Actually Use DPRODUCT() in Sheets

DPRODUCT(database, field, criteria)

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