Compare GAMMADIST vs FORECAST

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Feature

Compatibility

=GAMMADIST()

Syntax

Compatibility

=FORECAST()

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Syntax

Category

Compatibility compatibility

Popularity

29 / 100

35 / 100

Views

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Output

Number

Version

Excel 2007 (Compatibility)

All versions

Volatile

Dynamic Array

Description

Returns the gamma distribution. You can use this function to study variables that may have a skewed distribution. The gamma distribution is commonly used in queuing analysis. This function is provided for backward compatibility; consider using the GAMMA.DIST function instead.

Predicts a future value based on a linear trend (the legacy FORECAST.LINEAR)

Syntax

=GAMMADIST(x,alpha,beta,cumulative)

=FORECAST(x, known_y's, known_x's)

Arguments

4 Arguments

x alpha beta cumulative

3 Arguments

x known_y's known_x's

Examples

Tips

★ Recommendation — Winner: =FORECAST()

=FORECAST() is recommended based on higher popularity, newer version and Dynamic Array support.

Winner: =FORECAST()