AVEDEV function
Returns the average of the absolute deviations of data points from their mean
Returns the average of the absolute deviations of data points from their mean.
Syntax
AVEDEV(number1, [number2])Square brackets indicate optional arguments.
Arguments
| Argument | Required | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| number1 | Yes | The first number, cell reference, or range for which you want the average.A1:A20 |
| number2 | No · repeats | Additional numbers, cell references or ranges for which you want the average, up to a maximum of 255.B1:B20 |
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Mean absolute deviation
=AVEDEV(A2:A6)Absolute deviations from mean 10 are 2, 15, 15, 8 and 10. Their mean is 10.
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AVEDEV · top-level call
=AVEDEV(A2:A6)1 / 1 · number1
The first number, cell reference, or range for which you want the average.
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