= Summation check
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A summation check is a verification method used to ensure the accuracy and integrity of a set of data or numerical values. It typically involves calculating the sum of a series of numbers and then comparing that sum against an expected value or a previously calculated total to confirm that all entries are correct and consistent. Summation checks are commonly used in various contexts, such as: 1. **Data Entry and Accounting**: To verify that the total calculated from a list of transactions (e.g.
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