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Abs

Use this function in an equation to evaluate an expression and to calculate its absolute value. Absolute value is the expression of a number as a positive value, regardless of whether it is actually positive or negative.

You may find the Abs function useful for learning the deviation between planned and actual results.

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Syntax

ABS (Expression|Value)        

where:

  • Each Expression is a mathematical combination of constants, variables, and functions. In Model Documents, Expression can also contain symbols.
  • Value is a quoted string or an expression that resolves to a string.
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Syntax example

AVar = ABS (75000 - 125000)            
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Abs

Use this function in an equation to evaluate an expression and to calculate its absolute value. Absolute value is the expression of a number as a positive value, regardless of whether it is actually positive or negative.

You may find the Abs function useful for learning the deviation between planned and actual results.

Copy

Syntax

ABS (Expression|Value)        

where:

  • Each Expression is a mathematical combination of constants, variables, and functions. In Model Documents, Expression can also contain symbols.
  • Value is a quoted string or an expression that resolves to a string.
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Syntax example

AVar = ABS (75000 - 125000)            
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