NORMINV Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
NORMINV is an Excel Compatibility function. Legacy inverse normal distribution — kept for compatibility with older files.
NORMINV syntax
Arguments
probability: The probability value to evaluatemean: The average (mean) of the distributionstandard_dev: The standard deviation of the distribution
When to use NORMINV
NORMINV is kept mainly for opening older files built in earlier versions of Excel.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the NORMINV function do in Excel?
Legacy inverse normal distribution — kept for compatibility with older files.
What is the syntax of NORMINV in Excel?
The syntax is =NORMINV(probability, mean, standard_dev). probability: The probability value to evaluate; mean: The average (mean) of the distribution; standard_dev: The standard deviation of the distribution.
Where can I practice NORMINV online for free?
Open the free live spreadsheet on Cellgrids and try NORMINV yourself. No Excel install is needed and you can start without signing up.
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