WorksheetFunction.Fisher Method
Returns the Fisher transformation at x. This transformation produces a function that is normally distributed rather than skewed. Use this function to perform hypothesis testing on the correlation coefficient.
Syntax
expression.Fisher(Arg1)
expression A variable that represents a WorksheetFunction object.
Parameters
| Name | Required/Optional | Data Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arg1 | Required | Double | x - a numeric value for which you want the transformation. |
Return Value
Double
Remarks
- If x is nonnumeric, FISHER returns the #VALUE! error value.
- If x ≤ -1 or if x ≥ 1, FISHER returns the #NUM! error value.
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The equation for the Fisher transformation is:
