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STDEV.P

The STDEV.P function in Google Sheets is a statistical function used to calculate the standard deviation based on the entire population of a set of numbers. It helps in understanding the dispersion or variability in the dataset. Learn how to apply the STDEV.P function effectively with our comprehensive guide.

Function Syntax and Parameters

Syntax: STDEV.P(value1, [value2, ...])

Parameters:

  • value1: The first value or range to consider for the standard deviation calculation.
  • value2, ...: [Optional] Additional numbers or ranges to consider.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Using STDEV.P with individual numbers:

    • Example: =STDEV.P(3, 10, 5)
    • Result: The standard deviation value based on the entire population of the numbers provided.

  2. Using STDEV.P with a range of cells:

    • Example: If A1:A5 has the values 5, 10, 3, 8, 7, then =STDEV.P(A1:A5) will return the standard deviation based on the entire population.

Use Cases and Scenarios

  1. Quality Control: Assess the variability in product weights during manufacturing.
  2. Market Research: Analyze the dispersion of customer ratings for a specific product.
  3. Financial Analysis: Measure the risk and volatility of prices in the stock market.

Related Functions

  • STDEV.S: Calculate the standard deviation based on a sample from a population.
  • AVERAGE: Find the mean or average value of a set of numbers.

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