Magnitude

Function

Magnitude(number)

number

Magnitude is included by default in each file as part of the Math library.

 

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Use

The Magnitude() function returns the unitless component of a number.

Typically Magnitude() is not the best way to "strip" units from a number. This is because if the number gets converted along the way, you will get a different answer.

The better method to strip units is to divide by 1 using the unit you expect. This is covered on the units page.

Examples
  • Magnitude(6.2 ft)  = 6.2
  • Magnitude(1 ft to in)  = 12
  • Magnitude(5.3)  = 5.3