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MAX

The MAX function in Google Sheets is an essential tool for extracting the highest value from a given set of numbers. Whether you're analyzing peak sales data, the top-performing student, or the highest daily expenses, the MAX function is your go-to. Delve into our detailed guide to understand its full potential.

Function Syntax and Parameters

Syntax: MAX(value1, [value2, ...])

Parameters:

  • value1: The first value or range to consider for the maximum.
  • value2, ...: [Optional] Additional numbers or ranges to consider.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Using MAX with individual numbers:

    • Example: =MAX(3, 10, 5)
    • Result: 10

  2. Using MAX with a range of cells:

    • Example: If A1:A5 has the values 5, 10, 3, 8, 7, then =MAX(A1:A5) will return 10.

Video Example

Use Cases and Scenarios

  1. Financial Analysis: Identify the day with the highest stock market value.
  2. Sales Tracking: Determine the product with the highest sales figure.
  3. Sports Statistics: Identify the highest score in a basketball game.

Related Functions

  • MIN: Find the smallest value in a set.
  • MAXA: Similar to MAX, but also evaluates text and other non-numeric data types.

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