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POWER vs PRODUCT vs WEEKDAY
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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 typesPOWERPRODUCTWEEKDAYOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsPOWERPRODUCTWEEKDAY
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionPOWER- ScientistsPOWER is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research Click to see all.
- EngineersPOWER is designed for Engineers. Excel functions commonly used in engineering calculations and analysis Click to see all.
PRODUCT- Data AnalystsPRODUCT is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- ScientistsPRODUCT is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research Click to see all.
WEEKDAY
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionPOWER- Exponential CalculationsPOWER is known for Exponential Calculations.
PRODUCT- Multiplying Numbers TogetherPRODUCT is known for Multiplying Numbers Together.
WEEKDAY- Day Of Week DeterminationWEEKDAY is known for Day Of Week Determination.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionPOWER- More efficient than using multiplication operators
PRODUCT- Can multiply up to 255 numbers at once
WEEKDAY- Essential for business day calculations
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionPOWER- The function that makes numbers feel superior
PRODUCT- The function that failed elementary school's 'times tables'
WEEKDAY- The function that helps you plan your weekends
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 parametersPOWERPRODUCTWEEKDAYVersion Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.For all*Operating 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 properlyPOWERPRODUCTWEEKDAYRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionPOWERPRODUCT- NumberPRODUCT accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs Click to see all.
- ArrayPRODUCT accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations Click to see all.
WEEKDAY
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionPOWER- Precise Power Calculations
- Handles Large Numbers
PRODUCT- Handles Multiple ArgumentsFunctions capable of processing multiple input parameters simultaneously Click to see all.
- Array Compatible
WEEKDAYCons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionPOWER- Can Return Errors With Very Large NumbersFunctions that may fail or return incorrect results when processing very large numerical values Click to see all.
- Limited To Real Numbers
PRODUCT- Can Overflow With Large Numbers
- No Selective Multiplication
WEEKDAY- Limited Return Options
- Date System Dependent
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to POWER
MIN
Known for Finding Lowest Value📈 is more versatile than PRODUCT
⚙ performs better than PRODUCT
⭐ is rated higher than PRODUCT
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells📊 is easier to use than PRODUCT
📈 is more versatile than PRODUCT
⭐ is rated higher than PRODUCT
MOD
Known for Division Remainder Calculations🔢 needs fewer arguments than PRODUCT
⚙ performs better than PRODUCT
MAX
Known for Finding Highest Value📈 is more versatile than PRODUCT
⚙ performs better than PRODUCT
⭐ is rated higher than PRODUCT
SUM
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
AVERAGE
Known for Basic Statistical Calculation📈 is more versatile than PRODUCT
⚙ performs better than PRODUCT
⭐ is rated higher than PRODUCT
ROUND
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
RAND
Known for Generate Random Numbers📊 is easier to use than PRODUCT
FACT
Known for Calculate Factorials⚙ performs better than PRODUCT
FIND
Known for Text Search And Position Finding🔢 needs fewer arguments than PRODUCT