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PRODUCT vs RAND vs KURT

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Basic Classification Comparison
Usage Context Comparison
Basic Information Comparison
History Comparison
Facts Comparison

Usage Information Comparison
Technical Details Comparison
Evaluation Comparison
Ratings Comparison

Basic Classification Comparison

Function Category 📊

Primary classification of the Excel function based on its main purpose and usage domain, helps users quickly identify function types

PRODUCT

Mathematical

PRODUCT belongs to the Mathematical category. Excel functions for performing mathematical calculations Click to see all.

RAND

Mathematical

RAND belongs to the Mathematical category. Excel functions for performing mathematical calculations Click to see all.

KURT

Statistical

KURT belongs to the Statistical category. Excel functions for statistical analysis and calculations Click to see all.
Operation Type 🔧

Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputs

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Calculation

Excel functions for performing various calculations

Usage Context Comparison

For whom 👥

Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel function

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Scientists

Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research

PRODUCT

Data Analysts

PRODUCT is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.

RAND

Data Analysts

RAND is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.

KURT

Statisticians

KURT is designed for Statisticians. Excel functions designed for statistical analysis and probability calculations Click to see all.
Purpose 📝

Primary purposes and use cases of the Excel function

PRODUCT

Mathematical Operations

PRODUCT is used for Mathematical Operations. Excel functions that perform various mathematical calculations and operations Click to see all.

RAND

Mathematical Operations

RAND is used for Mathematical Operations. Excel functions that perform various mathematical calculations and operations Click to see all.

KURT

Statistical Analysis

KURT is used for Statistical Analysis. Excel functions designed for statistical calculations and data analysis Click to see all.

Basic Information Comparison

Known For ⭐

Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel function

PRODUCT

Multiplying Numbers Together

PRODUCT is known for Multiplying Numbers Together.

RAND

Generate Random Numbers

RAND is known for Generate Random Numbers.

KURT

Measuring Data Peakedness

KURT is known for Measuring Data Peakedness.

History Comparison

Creation Date 📅

Original release date of the Excel function

PRODUCT

Excel 2.0

PRODUCT was created in Excel 2.0. Functions introduced in the Excel 2.0 version release Click to see all.

RAND

Excel 2.0

RAND was created in Excel 2.0. Functions introduced in the Excel 2.0 version release Click to see all.

KURT

Excel 95

KURT was created in Excel 95. Functions that came with Excel 95 release Click to see all.
Created By 👤

Organization or team responsible for developing the function

For all*

Microsoft Excel Team

Functions officially created by the Microsoft Excel development team

Facts Comparison

Interesting Fact 💡

Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel function

PRODUCT

Can multiply up to 255 numbers at once

RAND

Uses Wichmann-Hill algorithm from 1982

KURT

Named after mathematician Karl Pearson
Sarcastic Fact 🤣

Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel function

PRODUCT

The function that failed elementary school's 'times tables'

RAND

The Las Vegas of Excel functions

KURT

Makes statisticians excited and everyone else confused

Usage Information Comparison

Formula Complexity Level 📖

Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectively

PRODUCT

Simple

PRODUCT has a Simple complexity level. Basic Excel functions for common calculations and tasks Click to see all.

RAND

Simple

RAND has a Simple complexity level. Basic Excel functions for common calculations and tasks Click to see all.

KURT

Advanced

KURT has a Advanced complexity level. Complex Excel functions for sophisticated calculations and operations Click to see all.

Technical Details Comparison

Input Data Type 📝

Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parameters

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Number

Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations

KURT

Array

KURT accepts Array as input data. Excel functions designed to work with arrays and ranges of data Click to see all.
Version Compatibility 💻

Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.

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Excel 2019

Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
Excel 2016

Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
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 platforms

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Windows

Excel functions optimized for Windows operating system
MacOS

Excel functions optimized for MacOS users
Web Excel

Excel functions available in web-based versions
Required Arguments Count 🔢

Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properly

PRODUCT

1

PRODUCT needs 1 required arguments Click to see all.

RAND

~
KURT

1

KURT needs 1 required arguments Click to see all.
Required Arguments Type 📊

The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the function

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Number

Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs

PRODUCT

Array

PRODUCT accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations Click to see all.

KURT

Array

KURT accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations Click to see all.

Evaluation Comparison

Pros ✅

Key advantages and strengths of the Excel function

PRODUCT

Handles Multiple Arguments

Functions capable of processing multiple input parameters simultaneously Click to see all.

Array Compatible

RAND

No Arguments Needed

Excel functions that work without arguments provide quick results with minimal setup Click to see all.

Dynamic Updates

KURT

Advanced Statistics

Precise Calculations

Professional
Cons ❌

Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel function

PRODUCT

Can Overflow With Large Numbers

No Selective Multiplication

RAND

Not Truly Random

Changes Frequently

Functions that change often may require regular formula updates and maintenance Click to see all.

KURT

Complex For Beginners

Specific Use Case

Ratings Comparison

Alternatives to PRODUCT

Known for Division Remainder Calculations

🔢 needs fewer arguments than PRODUCT

⚙ performs better than PRODUCT

Known for Counting Numeric Cells

📊 is easier to use than PRODUCT

📈 is more versatile than PRODUCT

⭐ is rated higher than PRODUCT

Known for Finding Lowest Value

📈 is more versatile than PRODUCT

⚙ performs better than PRODUCT

⭐ is rated higher than PRODUCT

Known for Finding Highest Value

📈 is more versatile than PRODUCT

⚙ performs better than PRODUCT

⭐ is rated higher than PRODUCT

Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations

📊 is easier to use than PRODUCT

📈 is more versatile than PRODUCT

🛠 is more reliable than PRODUCT

⭐ is rated higher than PRODUCT

Known for Exponential Calculations

🔢 needs fewer arguments than PRODUCT

📈 is more versatile than PRODUCT

⭐ is rated higher than PRODUCT

Known for Calculate Factorials

⚙ performs better than PRODUCT

Known for Basic Statistical Calculation

📈 is more versatile than PRODUCT

⚙ performs better than PRODUCT

⭐ is rated higher than PRODUCT

Known for Round Numbers

🔢 needs fewer arguments than PRODUCT

📊 is easier to use than PRODUCT

📈 is more versatile than PRODUCT

⚙ performs better than PRODUCT

⭐ is rated higher than PRODUCT

Known for Rounding Down To Integers

📊 is easier to use than PRODUCT

⚙ performs better than PRODUCT

⭐ is rated higher than PRODUCT