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MIN vs AVERAGE vs FACT
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Basic Classification Comparison
Function Category 📊
Primary classification of the Excel function based on its main purpose and usage domain, helps users quickly identify function typesMINAVERAGE- StatisticalAVERAGE belongs to the Statistical category. Excel functions for statistical analysis and calculations
FACTOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsFor all*- CalculationExcel functions for performing various calculations
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionMIN- Data AnalystsMIN is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- ScientistsMIN is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research Click to see all.
AVERAGE- StudentsAVERAGE is designed for Students. Excel functions helpful for academic work and learning Click to see all.
- Data AnalystsAVERAGE is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
FACT
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionMIN- Finding Lowest ValueMIN is known for Finding Lowest Value.
AVERAGE- Basic Statistical CalculationAVERAGE is known for Basic Statistical Calculation.
FACT- Calculate FactorialsFACT is known for Calculate Factorials.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionMIN- First mathematical function in Excel
AVERAGE- Most basic statistical function
FACT- Essential for probability calculations
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionMIN- The pessimist's favorite function
AVERAGE- Making averages average since Excel began
FACT- The most excitable function in Excel!
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyFor all*
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersFor all*- NumberExcel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
Version Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.For all*- Excel 2019Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2016Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
AVERAGE- Excel 2013AVERAGE is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version
- Microsoft 365AVERAGE is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
- Excel OnlineAVERAGE is compatible with Excel Online Excel functions optimized for use in the web-based Excel Online platform
FACT- Excel 2013FACT is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version
Operating System 💾
Specifies the operating systems where the function can be used < including Windows< macOS< and web platformsFor all*- WindowsExcel functions optimized for Windows operating system
- MacOSExcel functions optimized for MacOS users
- Web ExcelExcel functions available in web-based versions
Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyFor all*Required Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*- NumberExcel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
MIN- ArrayMIN accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations
AVERAGE- RangeAVERAGE accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
- ArrayAVERAGE accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionMIN- Easy To UnderstandFunctions with clear and intuitive syntax that are simple to learn
- Reliable
AVERAGE- Simple To Use
- Common Function
- Universal
FACT- Simple To Use
- Fast Calculations
- Accurate
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionMIN- Only Works With Numbers
- No Text Handling
AVERAGE- Ignores Text
- Includes Zero ValuesFunctions that consider zero values in calculations, impacting statistical results Click to see all.
- Numbers Only
- No Weights
FACT- Limited To Integers
- Maximum Value Restrictions
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to MIN
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells
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is easier to use than AVERAGE
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations
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is easier to use than AVERAGE
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is more versatile than AVERAGE
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is more reliable than AVERAGE
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is rated higher than AVERAGE
COUNTIF
Known for Counting With Conditions
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needs fewer arguments than AVERAGE
ROUND
Known for Round Numbers
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needs fewer arguments than AVERAGE
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is easier to use than AVERAGE
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is more versatile than AVERAGE
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is rated higher than AVERAGE
COUNTA
Known for Count Non-Empty Cells
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is easier to use than AVERAGE
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is more versatile than AVERAGE
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is more reliable than AVERAGE
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is rated higher than AVERAGE
AVERAGEIF
Known for Conditional Average Calculations
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needs fewer arguments than AVERAGE
MOD
Known for Division Remainder Calculations
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needs fewer arguments than AVERAGE