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SKEW

The SKEW function in Google Sheets is a powerful tool to calculate the skewness of a dataset, which describes the symmetry of that dataset about the mean. Whether you're analyzing financial data, survey results, or any other set of numbers, the SKEW function helps you understand the distribution of your data. Explore our comprehensive guide to master its application.

Function Syntax and Parameters

Syntax: SKEW(value1, value2)

Parameters:

  • value1: The first value or range to consider for calculating skewness.
  • value2: [Optional] Additional value or range to consider.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Calculating skewness with SKEW:
    • Example: =SKEW(A1:A10)
    • Result: The skewness value will be displayed.

Use Cases and Scenarios

  1. Financial Analysis: Determine the skewness of stock returns.
  2. Market Research: Analyze customer ratings to assess their skewness.
  3. Survey Data Analysis: Evaluate the distribution of survey responses.

Related Functions

  • KURT: Calculate the kurtosis of a dataset, which describes the peakedness of that dataset.
  • AVERAGE: Find the average value in a dataset.

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