How can I get the LINEST function in Excel to return more than just slope?

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The discussion centers on issues with the LINEST function in Excel, where the user is only receiving the slope as output despite providing y-values, x-values, and setting the constant and stats parameters to true. Other participants suggest checking the use of the 'array' feature in Excel, which is essential for retrieving multiple outputs from LINEST. They recommend reviewing Excel's help documentation for guidance on using the LINEST function effectively. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding array formulas to access comprehensive statistical results. Proper application of these features can resolve the user's issue with obtaining additional outputs beyond just the slope.
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I figured there ought to be some Excel savvy people here. Anyway I can't seem to get the LINEST function in Excel to return anything other than slope. I provide it with y-values, x-values, and say true to constant and stats. All it gives me back is a slope. Maybe I'm being vague, just ask if you need any other information but I don't know why it won't give me back things other than slope.
 
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johnhuntsman said:
I figured there ought to be some Excel savvy people here. Anyway I can't seem to get the LINEST function in Excel to return anything other than slope. I provide it with y-values, x-values, and say true to constant and stats. All it gives me back is a slope. Maybe I'm being vague, just ask if you need any other information but I don't know why it won't give me back things other than slope.
It's been some time since I've used that feature! But it does work.

Do you know how to use the 'array' feature of Excel?

Look over all the help Excel gives for the LINEST function and for arrays.
 
I managed to figure it out snooping around Excel's help. Thanks : D
 

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