STDEV.S Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
STDEV.S is an Excel Statistical function. Estimates standard deviation based on a sample.
STDEV.S syntax
=STDEV.S(number1, [number2], ...)
Arguments
number1: The first number or rangenumber2: An additional number or range (optional)
When to use STDEV.S
STDEV.S 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 STDEV.S function do in Excel?
Estimates standard deviation based on a sample.
What is the syntax of STDEV.S in Excel?
The syntax is =STDEV.S(number1, [number2], ...). number1: The first number or range; number2: An additional number or range (optional).
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