Mathematical functions
The following is a list of Mathematical functions in MapAble:
Each function has a link to more detailed descriptions and applications. The ones used often in the GIS environment has short descriptions.
Mathematics
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Function
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Returns the value of the specified expression to the specified power.
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Use
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As above
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Function
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Returns a pseudo-random float value from 0 through 1, exclusive.
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Use
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As above
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Function
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Returns a numeric value, rounded to the specified length or precision.
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Use
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To remove decimal points at the end of a number
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Returns the positive (+1), zero (0), or negative (-1) sign of the specified expression.
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Use
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To indicate negative /positive numbers with a + or -
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Function
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Returns the square root of the specified float value.
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Use
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To reclassify from a power function
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Function
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Returns the square of the specified float value.
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Use
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As above
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