Data range
Measure the spread between the smallest and largest values.
Inputs
Use the units shown—
Enter your values and select Calculate.
Formula & explanation
Range = maximum − minimum
Variables & units
- Data values
- comma separated
Worked example
4, 8, 6, 10, 2 have a range of 10 − 2 = 8.
Assumptions
Range is sensitive to extreme values; it does not describe the complete distribution.
Formula version 1.0.0. JavaScript floating-point arithmetic applies. Results display up to 6 decimal places; stored values retain available precision. Use the units shown.
Practice with an example
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