Solving for Minimum point Excel

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To find the minimum value of the x and y components in Excel, one can utilize polynomial fitting techniques. While IgorPro is mentioned as an alternative, Excel can also achieve this by applying polynomial regression to the provided data points. Completing the square on the polynomial equation can help identify the minimum point without needing advanced calculus skills. Additionally, there is a note that the graph presented does not accurately reflect the polynomial given, suggesting a need for correction. Understanding these methods can effectively lead to determining the minimum point in the dataset.
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Hello, I trying to solve for the minimum value that the x and y components reach in plot (A). I know that you can perform this using IgorPro but I would like to know how to solve for it using Excel.

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The plot was constructed using the following data points:

110 0.177
115 0.093
120 0.033
125 0.006
130 0.007
135 0.04
140 0.101
145 0.186
150 0.272

As you can see there is a minimum x and y data point. However, I want to solve for the minimum point that the polynomial fit reaches.

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Or, if you don't know calculus, you can just complete the square on your polynomial to figure out the minimum.
[Edit, added] The graph you show is not the correct graph for the polynomial you gave.
 
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