AVEDEV Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
AVEDEV is an Excel Statistical function. Returns the average of absolute deviations from the mean.
AVEDEV syntax
=AVEDEV(number1, [number2], ...)
Arguments
number1: The first number or rangenumber2: An additional number or range (optional)
When to use AVEDEV
AVEDEV is used in data analysis work to summarize or test patterns across a data set.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the AVEDEV function do in Excel?
Returns the average of absolute deviations from the mean.
What is the syntax of AVEDEV in Excel?
The syntax is =AVEDEV(number1, [number2], ...). number1: The first number or range; number2: An additional number or range (optional).
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