Excel MOD Function

Math Function · Intermediate Level

What is MOD?

Returns the remainder after division. Essential for cyclic calculations, determining odd/even, and time conversions.

Syntax

=MOD(number, divisor)

Example

Formula: =MOD(17, 5)

Result: 2

How It Works

Returns remainder when 17 is divided by 5 (17 = 3×5 + 2, so remainder is 2). Useful for determining patterns and cycles.

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