This FAQ covers 3 common question types about the KURT function, including formula errors, function guidance, and unexpected results.
FAQ
What should I do if the KURT function returns an error?
- Check whether the formula starts with
=. - Make sure the brackets are paired correctly and the argument separators are complete.
- Review the syntax hint to confirm that the argument type and count are valid.
- Press
Enteragain after correcting the formula.
How can I view guidance for the KURT function?
- Select the target cell and type
=KURT(. - Review the syntax hint that appears while entering the formula.
- Use the hint to confirm the required arguments and example format.
Why does the KURT result look incorrect?
- Check whether the referenced cells contain text-formatted numbers or invalid content.
- Check for circular references or an incorrect reference range.
- After editing the data, confirm that the result updates.
- If needed, trigger recalculation manually and review the result again.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| KURT | A statistical function used to calculate the kurtosis of a dataset. |
| Kurtosis | A statistical measure that describes whether a distribution is relatively more peaked or flatter than a normal distribution. |
| Syntax hint | The on-screen argument guidance shown while entering a function to help complete the formula. |