106. Calculating maximum values with MAX
Calculating Maximum Values with the MAX Function
The **MAX** function in Excel is used to find the largest number in a range of values. It is useful for identifying the highest value in datasets such as grades, sales figures, or measurements.
Syntax of the MAX Function
=MAX(number1, [number2], ...)
- number1: The first number, cell reference, or range.
- [number2]: (Optional) Additional numbers, cell references, or ranges.
Steps to Use the MAX Function
- Select the cell where you want the result to appear.
- Type
=MAX(
followed by the range or numbers to evaluate. - Close the parentheses
)
and press Enter to see the result.
Interactive Example: MAX Function
Item | Value |
---|---|
Score 1 | 85 |
Score 2 | 90 |
Score 3 | 78 |
Maximum Value | Click Calculate |
Edit the values in the table above and click "Calculate Maximum" to see the MAX function in action.
This example demonstrates how the MAX function calculates the largest value in a range of numbers in Excel.
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