# MAX

The *MAX* function returns the largest number from a set of values. It evaluates the provided numbers or node references and identifies the highest value among them. This function is commonly used in data analysis to determine maximum values, peaks, or top-performing results within a dataset.

#### Syntax

```javascript
MAX(value1, [value2], ...)
```

#### Arguments

* `value1`: The first number, array, or reference that contains numbers.
* `value2, ...` (Optional): Additional numbers, arrays, or references that contain numbers.

#### Return value

Returns the largest value from the specified arguments.

#### Example

```javascript
MAX(Q1.Units, Q2.Units, Q3.Units, Q4.Units)
```

In the example below, the *Max Unit* measure is created using the MAX function, which returns the largest unit value across the four quarters.

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#### Excel Equivalent

[MAX](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/max-function-e0012414-9ac8-4b34-9a47-73e662c08098)


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