Statistical

F.DIST.RT Function in Excel

Returns the right-tailed F probability distribution.

Syntax

  • =F.DIST.RT(x, deg_freedom1, deg_freedom2)

Arguments

  • x (required): The value at which to evaluate the function
  • deg_freedom1 (required): Numerator degrees of freedom
  • deg_freedom2 (required): Denominator degrees of freedom

Examples

  • =F.DIST.RT(5.05, 6, 4) - Right-tail F probability - Result: 0.05

F.DIST.RT for data analysis

  • Confirm whether you need entire columns, filtered subsets, or distinct values.
  • Use [COUNTIFS](/functions/countifs/) and [SUMIFS](/functions/sumifs/) for multi-criteria metrics.
  • Pivot tables complement single-cell statistical formulas for exploration.

Common errors

  • #NUM! if any argument is non-numeric

Use cases

  • ANOVA testing
  • Variance comparison
  • Regression analysis

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the F.DIST.RT function in Excel? F.DIST.RT returns the right-tailed F probability distribution. The syntax is =F.DIST.RT(x, deg_freedom1, deg_freedom2). Typical use cases include aNOVA testing, variance comparison, regression analysis.
  • How do I use the F.DIST.RT function? To use F.DIST.RT, type =F.DIST.RT( in a cell and provide the required arguments. Excel will show you the syntax and parameter hints as you type. Make sure to close the parentheses and press Enter to execute the function.
  • What type of data does F.DIST.RT work with? F.DIST.RT works with numerical data and can handle ranges, arrays, and individual values. It ignores text values and empty cells in its calculations, focusing only on numeric data for accurate statistical analysis.
  • Why is F.DIST.RT not working in my Excel? Common issues with F.DIST.RT include #NUM! if any argument is non-numeric. Start by checking the syntax =F.DIST.RT(x, deg_freedom1, deg_freedom2), then verify each referenced cell or range.

Editorial review

  • Reviewed by Excel.Directory Editorial Team. Updated May 2026.