abs()
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Overview
The abs() function takes a number as an argument, and returns the absolute value of that number, i.e., the number without a sign.
Return Type
- Decimal
Syntax
<variable> = <number>.abs();
(OR)
<variable> = abs(<number> );
| Parameter | Description | Data type |
|---|---|---|
| <variable> | Variable which will contain the returned value. | DECIMAL |
| <number> | The number whose absolute value will be returned. | NUMBER or DECIMAL |
Examples
number= -15.50;
absValue = number.abs(); // returns 15.50
absValue = number.abs(); // returns 15.50