Calculations

A calculation is the process of determining a value or result by performing mathematical operations on one or more numbers or quantities. In Payroll, calculations can involve basic arithmetic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. .

Calculations are used to solve problems, make predictions, analyze data, and make decisions. They can be performed manually using pen and paper or a calculator, or they can be automated using the Payroll application.

Examples of calculations include:

Adding two numbers together (e.g., 5 + 3 = 8)
Calculating the area of a rectangle (e.g., length × width)
Determining the interest on a loan (e.g., principal × rate × time)

Calculations can be simple or complex, depending on the nature of the problem and the operations involved. They are fundamental to payroll for calculating federal and state withholding tax, benefits, leave, and so on.

In this section:

What is a calculation?

How do I update calculations?

How do I add a calculation?

How do I delete a calculation?

Show me an example of setting up a calculation to calculate withholding tax

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Calculations

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