Which of the following components must be part of any formula? (One or more answers are possible - partial credit will be awarded)1 pointA mathematical operator, e.g. +.The = signParenthesisA function (e.g. SUM)Brackets

The components that must be part of any formula are:

1. A mathematical operator, e.g. +.
2. The = sign

These two components are essential in any formula. The = sign is used to initiate a formula, and the mathematical operator is used to perform operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Parenthesis, functions (e.g. SUM), and brackets are not necessarily required in every formula. They are used when needed, for example, to group certain parts of the formula, to perform specific functions like summing or averaging, or to specify the order of operations. However, a formula can be as simple as "=A1+B1", which only includes the = sign and a mathematical operator.