PERCENTILE.INC function: Description, Usage, Syntax, Examples and Explanation

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What is PERCENTILE.INC function in Excel?

PERCENTILE.INC function is one of Statistical functions in Microsoft Excel that returns the k-th percentile of values in a range, where k is in the range 0..1, inclusive.
You can use this function to establish a threshold of acceptance. For example, you can decide to examine candidates who score above the 90th percentile.

Syntax of PERCENTILE.INC function

PERCENTILE.INC(array,k)

The PERCENTILE.INC function syntax has the following arguments:

  • Array:  The array or range of data that defines relative standing.
  • K:  The percentile value in the range 0..1, inclusive.

Explanation of PERCENTILE.INC function

  • If array is empty, PERCENTILE.INC returns the #NUM! error value.
  • If k is nonnumeric, PERCENTILE.INC returns the #VALUE! error value.
  • If k is < 0 or if k > 1, PERCENTILE.INC returns the #NUM! error value.
  • If k is not a multiple of 1/(n – 1), PERCENTILE.INC interpolates to determine the value at the k-th percentile.

Example of PERCENTILE.INC function

Steps to follow:

1. Open a new Excel worksheet.

2. Copy data in the following table below and paste it in cell A1

Note: For formulas to show results, select them, press F2 key on your keyboard and then press Enter.

You can adjust the column widths to see all the data, if need be.

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Formula Description Result
=PERCENTILE.INC(A2:A5,0.3) 30th percentile of the list in the range A2:A5. 1.9

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