RANK

The RANK function in Google Sheets is a powerful tool to return the rank of a specified value in a dataset. Whether you're analyzing survey data, ranking students' test scores, or comparing sales figures, the RANK function simplifies the task. Dive into our comprehensive guide to master its application.

Parameters

• value: The value to find the rank for within the dataset.
• data: The range or array representing the dataset.
• is_ascending: [Optional] Determines whether the ranking should be in ascending order. By default, it is set to TRUE.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

1. Using RANK with a value and dataset:
   • Example: =RANK(85, A1:A10)
   • Result: Returns the rank of the value 85 within the dataset in range A1:A10.

Use Cases and Scenarios

1. Survey Analysis: Rank respondents based on their survey responses.
2. Academic Performance: Determine the rank of students based on their test scores.
3. Sales Performance: Rank sales representatives based on their sales figures.

Related Functions

• RANK.EQ: Same as RANK, but ranks values with the same values using the average rank method.
• RANK.AVG: Same as RANK, but ranks values with the same values using the average of the ranks method.

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