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NEGBINOMDIST Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice

By Rinkesh Shah, founder of Cellgrids.

NEGBINOMDIST is an Excel Compatibility function. Legacy negative binomial distribution — kept for compatibility with older files.

NEGBINOMDIST syntax

=NEGBINOMDIST(number_f, number_s, probability_s)

Arguments

When to use NEGBINOMDIST

NEGBINOMDIST is kept mainly for opening older files built in earlier versions of Excel.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the NEGBINOMDIST function do in Excel?

Legacy negative binomial distribution — kept for compatibility with older files.

What is the syntax of NEGBINOMDIST in Excel?

The syntax is =NEGBINOMDIST(number_f, number_s, probability_s). number_f: The number of failures; number_s: The number of successes; probability_s: The probability of success on a single trial.

Where can I practice NEGBINOMDIST online for free?

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