# MOD

The *MOD* function divides one number by another and returns the remainder of the division. It is commonly used in calculations involving cyclic patterns, intervals, or determining whether a number is divisible by another number.

#### Syntax

```javascript
MOD(dividend, divisor)
```

#### Arguments

* `dividend`: The number to be divided.
* `divisor`: The number by which the dividend is divided.

#### Return value

Returns the remainder after division.

#### Example

```
MOD(Planned Units, 2)
```

In this example, the MOD function is used to create the *Remaining Units* measure, which returns the remainder after dividing the *Planned Units* values by 2.

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#### Excel equivalent

[MOD](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/mod-function-9b6cd169-b6ee-406a-a97b-edf2a9dc24f3)


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