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PMT vs CEILING 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 typesPMTCEILINGFACTOperation 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 functionPMT- Financial ProfessionalsPMT is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
- AccountantsPMT is designed for Accountants. Excel functions commonly used by accountants for financial tracking and reporting Click to see all.
CEILING- EngineersCEILING is designed for Engineers. Excel functions commonly used in engineering calculations and analysis Click to see all.
- ScientistsCEILING is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research Click to see all.
FACT
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionPMT- Calculate Loan PaymentsPMT is known for Calculate Loan Payments.
CEILING- Upper RoundingCEILING is known for Upper Rounding.
FACT- Calculate FactorialsFACT is known for Calculate Factorials.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionPMT- Most used function in banking industry
CEILING- Used in Scientific Calculations
FACT- Essential for probability calculations
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionPMT- The function that reminds you of your debts
CEILING- Helps Numbers Reach Their Higher Self
FACT- The most excitable function in Excel!
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyPMTCEILINGFACT
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
PMTFACTOperating 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 properlyPMTCEILINGFACTRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionPMT- Accurate Calculations
- Industry StandardExcel functions recognized as industry standards ensure widespread compatibility and reliability Click to see all.
- Reliable
CEILING- Predictable Results
- Engineering FriendlyFunctions specifically designed for engineering calculations and analysis Click to see all.
FACT- Simple To Use
- Fast Calculations
- Accurate
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionPMT- Negative Number Output
- Complex Parameters
CEILING- Limited To Upward Rounding
- Single Direction
FACT- Limited To Integers
- Maximum Value Restrictions
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to PMT
SUMIFS
Known for Multiple Condition Sum📈 is more versatile than PMT
ROUND
Known for Round Numbers📊 is easier to use than PMT
📈 is more versatile than PMT
⭐ is rated higher than PMT
MOD
Known for Division Remainder Calculations📊 is easier to use than PMT
AVERAGE
Known for Basic Statistical Calculation📊 is easier to use than PMT
⭐ is rated higher than PMT
MIN
Known for Finding Lowest Value📊 is easier to use than PMT
⭐ is rated higher than PMT
POWER
Known for Exponential Calculations📊 is easier to use than PMT
⭐ is rated higher than PMT
PRODUCT
Known for Multiplying Numbers Together📊 is easier to use than PMT
RIGHT
Known for Extract Rightmost Characters📊 is easier to use than PMT
⭐ is rated higher than PMT
EOMONTH
Known for End Of Month Calculations📊 is easier to use than PMT
🛠 is more reliable than PMT
⭐ is rated higher than PMT
SUBSTITUTE
Known for Replace Specific Text📈 is more versatile than PMT
⭐ is rated higher than PMT