Excel - MODE.MULT Function



MODE.MULT Function

The Excel MODE.MULT function retrieves a vertical array of the most repetitive numbers in an array or range of data. It is a part of the Statistical function and was first launched in Excel 2010. For example: if a few different regions achieved the same targets, you can utilize the MODE.MULT function to identify the repetitive figure.

Compatibility

This advanced Excel function is compatible with the following versions of MS Excel −

  • Excel for Microsoft 365
  • Excel for Microsoft 365 for Mac
  • Excel for the web
  • Excel 2024
  • Excel 2024 for Mac
  • Excel 2021
  • Excel 2021 for Mac
  • Excel 2019
  • Excel 2016
  • Excel Web App
  • Excel 2013
  • Excel 2010

Syntax

The syntax of the MODE.MULT function is as follows −

=MODE.MULT((number1, [number2]...)

Arguments

You can use the following arguments with the MODE.MULT function −

Argument Description Required/ Optional
Number1 The first number argument for which you want to calculate the mode. Required
Number2, ...

Number arguments 2 to 254 for which you want to calculate the mode.

You can also use a single array or a reference to an array instead of arguments separated by commas.

Optional

Points to Remember

  • Arguments can be a single array, numeric value or named range, or cell references pointing to numbers.
  • If an array or cell reference contains text, logical values, or empty cells, those non-numeric values are avoided and field values that contain zero are counted.
  • If a non-numeric value is directly passed to the MODE.MULT function, then the function retrieves the #N/A error.
  • If no repetitive values existed in the numeric dataset, then MODE.MULT function retrieves the #N/A error.

Examples of MODE.MULT Function

Practice the following examples to learn the use of the MODE.MULT function in Excel.

Example 1: How to use the MODE.MULT function in Excel?

In this example, the most recurring values are populated vertically by computing the MODE.MULT function.

Solution

Step 1 − First, assume the sample dataset, where the list of numeric values is specified in the cell range B2:B10 . You may write the formula =MODE.MULT(B2:B10) in the C2 cell and press Enter.

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Therefore, the resulting values are 15,32 and 65 which is displayed vertically.

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Example 2

If a non-numeric value is directly passed to the MODE.MULT function, then the function retrieves the #N/A error.

Solution

You may write the formula =MODE.MULT("?","@","STAND") in the C2 cell and press the Enter tab.

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Therefore, the MODE.MULT function returns the #N/A error.

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Example 3

If no repetitive values existed in the numeric dataset, then MODE.MULT function retrieves the #N/A error.

Solution

You may select the C3 cell and type the formula =MODE.MULT(23,43,65,76) and hit the Enter tab.

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As you may noticed in the screenshot, numbers are not repetitive in the arguments. Therefore, the MODE.MULT function retrieves the #N/A error.

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Download Practice Sheet

You can download and use the sample data sheet to practice the MODE.MULT function.

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