SKEW Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
SKEW is an Excel Statistical function. Returns the skewness of a distribution — how lopsided it is.
SKEW syntax
=SKEW(number1, [number2], ...)
Arguments
number1: The first number or rangenumber2: An additional number or range (optional)
When to use SKEW
SKEW 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 SKEW function do in Excel?
Returns the skewness of a distribution — how lopsided it is.
What is the syntax of SKEW in Excel?
The syntax is =SKEW(number1, [number2], ...). number1: The first number or range; number2: An additional number or range (optional).
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