PERCENTILE.INC

Definition

Returns the k-th percentile of values in a range, where k is in the range 0..1, inclusive.

You can use this function to establish a threshold of acceptance. For example, you can decide to examine candidates who score above the 90th percentile.

Sample Usage

Syntax

PERCENTILE.INC(array,k)

The PERCENTILE.INC function syntax has the following arguments:

• Array     Required. The array or range of data that defines relative standing.

• K     Required. The percentile value in the range 0..1, inclusive.

Remarks

• If array is empty, PERCENTILE.INC returns the #NUM! error value.

• If k is nonnumeric, PERCENTILE.INC returns the #VALUE! error value.

• If k is < 0 or if k > 1, PERCENTILE.INC returns the #NUM! error value.

• If k is not a multiple of 1/(n - 1), PERCENTILE.INC interpolates to determine the value at the k-th percentile.

In order to use the PERCENTILE.INC formula, start with your edited Excellentable

Then type in the PERCENTILE.INC formula in the area you would like to display the outcome:

By adding the values you would like to calculate the PERCENTILE.INC formula for, Excellentable will generate the outcome: