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In this extra-large lesson, we’ll dig into some of the actual math behind data analysis. In several videos and hands-on labs, we’ll explore sigma notation, calculating the mean, and calculating the standard deviation of a data set. The tools we’ll pick up in this lesson will form the bedrock of everything that comes later in our dive into data analysis.

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Essential Mathematics for Data Analysis in Microsoft Excel

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