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CHIDIST

Calculates the right-tailed chi-squared distribution, often used in hypothesis testing.

StatisticalCHIDIST(x, degrees_freedom)

CHIDIST

The CHIDIST function in Google Sheets is a powerful tool to calculate the right-tailed chi-squared distribution, which is commonly used in hypothesis testing. With the CHIDIST function, you can analyze statistical data and make informed decisions.

Function Syntax and Parameters

Syntax: CHIDIST(x, degrees_freedom)

Parameters:

  • x: The value at which you want to evaluate the distribution.
  • degrees_freedom: The degrees of freedom for the distribution.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Calculating CHIDIST:
    • Example: =CHIDIST(3.5, 4)
    • Result: 0.690775

Use Cases and Scenarios

  1. Hypothesis Testing: Determine the p-value for a chi-squared test.
  2. Quality Control: Assess the goodness of fit for a distribution.

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