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MIN vs AVERAGE vs POWER
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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 typesMINAVERAGEPOWEROperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsFor all*
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.
POWER
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.
POWER- Exponential CalculationsPOWER is known for Exponential Calculations.
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
POWER- More efficient than using multiplication operators
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionMIN- The pessimist's favorite function
AVERAGE- Making averages average since Excel began
POWER- The function that makes numbers feel superior
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyFor all*
Technical Details Comparison
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 Click to see all.
- Microsoft 365AVERAGE is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform Click to see all.
- Excel OnlineAVERAGE is compatible with Excel Online Excel functions optimized for use in the web-based Excel Online platform Click to see all.
POWEROperating System 💾
Specifies the operating systems where the function can be used < including Windows< macOS< and web platformsFor all*Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyMINAVERAGEPOWERRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*MINAVERAGE
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionMINAVERAGE- Simple To Use
- Common Function
- Universal
POWER- Precise Power Calculations
- Handles Large Numbers
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
POWER
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to MIN
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells📊 is easier to use than MIN
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations📊 is easier to use than MIN
📈 is more versatile than MIN
🛠 is more reliable than MIN
⭐ is rated higher than MIN
MOD
Known for Division Remainder Calculations🔢 needs fewer arguments than MIN
ROUND
Known for Round Numbers🔢 needs fewer arguments than MIN
📊 is easier to use than MIN
📈 is more versatile than MIN
⭐ is rated higher than MIN
PMT
Known for Calculate Loan Payments🔢 needs fewer arguments than MIN
INT
Known for Rounding Down To Integers📊 is easier to use than MIN