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The STDEV.S function in Excel is a statistical tool that allows users to calculate the standard deviation of a data set. Standard deviation is a measure of how spread out the data points are from the average or mean. To use the STDEV.S function, first select the cell where you want the result to be displayed. Then, enter “=STDEV.S(” into the cell, followed by the range of data you want to calculate the standard deviation for, enclosed in parentheses. For example, if your data is in cells A1 to A10, you would enter “=STDEV.S(A1:A10)”. Press enter and the result will be displayed in the selected cell. This function is useful for analyzing and understanding the variability of a data set and can aid in making informed decisions based on the data.
Excel STDEV.S Function
STDEV.S Function
The STDEV.S function is a premade function in Excel, which calculates the Standard Deviation (Std) for a sample.
It is typed =STDEV.S
Note: This function ignores cells with text and logic.
Note: Standard deviation (σ) measures how far a ‘typical’ observation is from the average of the data (μ). You can read more about standard deviation in our Statistics – Standard Deviation Tutorial.
Tip: There is another function called STDEV.P that can be used if you have the data for the entire population.
How to use the =STDEV.S function:
- Select a cell (
H5) - Type
=STDEV.S - Double click the STDEV.S command
- Select a range (
E2:E21) - Hit enter
Let’s have a look at an example!
Find the Standard Deviation for the sample of Pokemon total stats in the range E2:E21:
That’s the way! The STDEV.S function has successfully returned the Standard Deviation113,2319 for the sample of Pokemons Total stats.
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