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SLOPE

The SLOPE function in Google Sheets calculates the slope of the line resulting from linear regression of a dataset. This function is useful for analyzing trends and making predictions based on the relationship between two sets of data.

Function Syntax and Parameters

Syntax: SLOPE(data_y, data_x)

Parameters:

  • data_y: The array or range containing the dependent variable data.
  • data_x: The array or range containing the independent variable data.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Using SLOPE with individual arrays or ranges:
    • Example: =SLOPE(A1:A10, B1:B10)
    • Result: The slope of the linear regression line for the data in columns A and B.

Use Cases and Scenarios

  1. Sales Analysis: Determine the rate of change in sales figures over time.
  2. Stock Market Analysis: Calculate the slope of a stock's price trend.
  3. Weather Analysis: Analyze the relationship between temperature and precipitation.

Related Functions

  • INTERCEPT: Calculates the y-intercept of a line resulting from linear regression.
  • CORREL: Calculates the correlation coefficient between two datasets.

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