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Calculate Total Sales
In cell B6, write a SUM formula that adds the sales in B2 through B5.
Answer in cell B6| A | B | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Day | Sales |
| 2 | Monday | $125 |
| 3 | Tuesday | $230 |
| 4 | Wednesday | $195 |
| 5 | Thursday | $150 |
| 6 | Total | $700 |
| 7 |
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