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title: The “Multiply” Expression
description: "The Assette Data Object Editor supports a variety of expressions and functions that allow you to manipulate and calculate data effectively. One of the fundamental mathematical operations available is the **\"Multiply\"** expression, which is performed using the `*` operator. ##…"
url: "https://learn.assette.com/docs/the-multiply-expression/"
updated: "2024-11-13"
category: Developers / Developer Tools / Data Object Editor / Expressions
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# The “Multiply” Expression

The Assette Data Object Editor supports a variety of expressions and functions that allow you to manipulate and calculate data effectively. One of the fundamental mathematical operations available is the **"Multiply"** expression, which is performed using the `*` operator.

## Mathematical Operators Overview

Before diving into the "Multiply" expression, it's beneficial to review the basic mathematical operators supported by the Data Object Editor:

- **Addition (`+`)**: Adds two or more numbers together.
  - Example: `1 + 2 + 3` returns `6`.
- **Subtraction (`-`)**: Subtracts one number from another.
  - Example: `10 - 9 - 8` returns `-7`.
- **Multiplication (`*`)**: Multiplies two or more numbers.
  - Example: `1 * 2 * 3` returns `6`.
- **Division (`/`)**: Divides one number by another.
  - Example: `1000 / 10 / 10` returns `10`.

## The "Multiply" Expression Using the `*` Operator

In the Assette Data Object Editor, multiplication is performed using the `*` operator. This operator allows you to multiply numerical values together to calculate products.

- The **"Multiply"** expression in the Assette Data Object Editor is performed using the `*` operator.
- Use the `*` operator to multiply numerical values or variables.
- Combine multiplication with other mathematical operations for complex calculations.
- Use parentheses to control the order of operations and ensure accurate results.
- Be mindful of zero multiplication and handle `null` or `undefined` values appropriately.

### Syntax

**value1, value2, value3**: Numeric values or variables you wish to multiply together.

```
value1 * value2 * value3 * ...
```

### How It Works

- **Left-to-Right Evaluation**: Multiplication is performed from left to right.
- **Associative Property**: Multiplication is associative, so the grouping of operations does not affect the result.

### Examples

**Multiplying Multiple Numbers**

Multiply two numbers. **Result**: `100`

```
5 * 10 *2
```

**Multiplying Variables**
Calculate the total revenue

```
unitPrice * quantitySold
```

**Complex Calculations**

Calculate compound interest. Use the `Power(n1, n2)` function to raise a number to a power.

```
principal * Power((1 + (interestRate / periodsPerYear)), (periodsPerYear * years))
```