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Sum of Squares Calculator (1² to n²)

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Sum of squares

55

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How to use the Sum of Squares Calculator (1² to n²)

The Sum of Squares Calculator (1² to n²) works out your sum of squares in an instant. Enter up to n and the result updates as you type — it is free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser so your figures stay private.

  1. Enter the up to n.
  2. Read off your sum of squares — the calculator updates automatically, with no button to press.

Formula

The Sum of Squares Calculator (1² to n²) uses the formula:

Sum of squares = Up to n × (Up to n + 1) × (2 × Up to n + 1) ÷ 6

Worked example

For example, with up to n of 5, the sum of squares is 55.

Inputs used
Up to n 5
Results
Sum of squares 55

Results are estimates for educational use, not professional advice.

Frequently asked questions

It is n(n+1)(2n+1) ÷ 6. For n = 5, the squares 1, 4, 9, 16, 25 sum to 55.

It gives the total instantly without adding each square one by one.

10 × 11 × 21 ÷ 6 = 385.

Statistics, series and physics often need the sum of squared values.

Enter the up to n. Read off your sum of squares — the calculator updates automatically, with no button to press.

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