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STDEV.S

The STDEV.S function in Google Sheets is a statistical tool used to estimate the standard deviation for a sample set of data. It measures the amount of variation or dispersion in a dataset. Learn more about its syntax and usage in our comprehensive guide.

Function Syntax and Parameters

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

Parameters:

  • value1: The first value or range of values representing the sample data.
  • value2, ...: [Optional] Additional values or ranges of values representing the sample data.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Using STDEV.S with individual values:

    • Example: =STDEV.S(1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
    • Result: Returns the standard deviation for the sample set of values.

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

    • Example: If A1:A5 has the values 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, then =STDEV.S(A1:A5) will calculate the standard deviation for the sample set of values.

Use Cases and Scenarios

  1. Data Analysis: Calculate the standard deviation of a dataset to understand the spread of the data points.
  2. Quality Control: Measure the consistency and variability of measurements in a manufacturing process.
  3. Risk Assessment: Evaluate the variability of investment returns to estimate the level of risk.

Related Functions

  • STDEV.P: Calculate the standard deviation for an entire population.

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