Returns the sum of the squares of the arguments.
Syntax
SUMSQ(number1,number2, ...)
Number1, number2, ... are 1 to 255 arguments for which you want the sum of the squares. You can also use a single array or a reference to an array instead of arguments separated by commas.
Remarks
- Arguments can either be numbers or names, arrays, or references that contain numbers.
- Numbers, logical values, and text representations of numbers that you type directly into the list of arguments are counted.
- If an argument is an array or reference, only numbers in that array or reference are counted. Empty cells, logical values, text, or error values in the array or reference are ignored.
- Arguments that are error values or text that cannot be translated into numbers cause errors.
Example
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How to copy an example
- Create a blank workbook or worksheet.
- Select the example in the Help topic.
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Selecting an example from Help
- Press CTRL+C.
- In the worksheet, select cell A1, and press CTRL+V.
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Description (Result) |
| =SUMSQ(3, 4) |
Sum of the squares of 3 and 4 (25) |
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