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=MOD()
Returns the remainder after number is divided by divisor. The result has the same sign as divisor.
Applies To:
Excel for Microsoft 365Excel for Microsoft 365 for MacExcel 2024Excel 2024 for MacExcel 2021Excel 2021 for MacExcel 2019Excel 2016
=MOD(number, divisor)
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Output typeNumber
Popularity55 / 100
VolatileNo
Dynamic ArrayNo
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◧ Arguments
| Argument | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
number |
Number | Required | The number for which you want to find the remainder. |
divisor |
Number | Required | The number by which you want to divide number. |
▣ Examples
Remainder of 3/2
=MOD(3, 2)
Result:
1
Remainder of -3/2. The sign is the same as divisor
=MOD(-3, 2)
Result:
1
Remainder of 3/-2. The sign is the same as divisor
=MOD(3, -2)
Result:
-1
Remainder of -3/-2. The sign is the same as divisor
=MOD(-3, -2)
Result:
-1
§ Remarks
- If divisor is 0, MOD returns the #DIV/0! error value.
- The MOD function can be expressed in terms of the INT function:
- MOD(n, d) = n - d*INT(n/d)
✦ Tips
- The MOD function can be expressed in terms of the INT function:
- MOD(n, d) = n - d*INT(n/d)
⚠ Common Errors
#DIV/0!
If divisor is 0, MOD returns the #DIV/0! error value.
Fix: Check the divisor
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