Elevate Your Status to the "Go-to Data Expert" in 2024

In the realm of data analysis, being known as the go-to expert or the proactive solution provider is a significant advantage. It's all about having the right tools and know-how at your fingertips. This is where mastering Number.Mod in Power Query comes into play, positioning you as the expert others turn to for insightful, efficient data solutions.

🔍 Number.Mod: Your Path to Expertise

To understand Number.Mod we need to understand the “mod” part of this term. The “mod” or “modulo” or “modulus” is the remainder after dividing one number by another.

So for a normal Math equation, shown in the below example, the mod (or remainder) is 1 and that’s the part that we’re interested in for enhancing our data analysis skills.

🧩 The Syntax:

Number.Mod takes two arguments as numbers:

👉The first number is the dividend, the number that you want to divide. So in our example above, 100 is the dividend.

👉The second number is the divisor, the number by which you want to divide the dividend. In our example above, 9 is the divisor.

This function returns the remainder after dividing the first number by the second number.

💭 How Does it Work?

So, what good is finding a remainder in real-world data analysis? Let's explore this with a practical example.

Please click here to download the practice file.

In this example, lets say it’s the business rule to scrutinize transactions that end in 0 when rounded. Based on this rule our goal is to categorize transaction amounts as follows:

➡️If the rounded transaction amount is evenly divisible by 10, we mark it as "Audit";

➡️otherwise, it's labelled as "Normal".

We will be using Number.Round to round up our transactions and Number.Mod to determine if the rounded transaction amount is evenly divisible by 10.

🌰 Steps in a Nutshell:

1. Number.Round: Start with this basic step to prepare your data.

2. Number.Mod (The Expert's Tool): Here, you showcase your expertise by applying Number.Mod to extract meaningful patterns from the data.

3. Smart Categorization: The ease and accuracy with which you categorize data using Number.Mod positions you as a knowledgeable and reliable data expert.

📥 Your Turn: Share Your Thoughts & Topic Wishes

Number.Mod exemplifies how embracing mathematical functions can significantly advance your data analysis skills. It's not just about executing a task; it's about understanding and applying a concept to draw meaningful insights from your data. Number.Mod serves as a gateway to enhancing your problem-solving approach in data analysis and developing a deeper understanding of how to manipulate and interpret data effectively.

By mastering Number.Mod, you're not just performing a task; you're offering a smart solution.

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