How to Use the IMABS Function in Excel
Welcome to the comprehensive guide on using the IMABS function in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets. The IMABS function is designed to calculate the absolute value (or magnitude) of a complex number, which is provided in either the x + yi or x + yj text format. This tutorial will help you understand how this function is used and will provide practical examples of its application.
Syntax:
The syntax for the IMABS function is consistent across both Excel and Google Sheets:
IMABS(inumber)inumber: This is the complex number from which the absolute value is computed.
How to use:
To effectively use the IMABS function in Excel and Google Sheets, follow these steps:
- Enter
=IMABS(into a cell, then select or type in the complex number whose absolute value you want to determine. - Complete the expression by typing a closing parenthesis and pressing Enter.
Examples:
Here are a few examples to illustrate the usage of the IMABS function:
Example 1:
Calculate the absolute value of the complex number -3 + 4i.
| Formula | Result |
|---|---|
=IMABS(-3+4i) |
5 |
Example 2:
Calculate the absolute value of the complex number 2 – 3j.
| Formula | Result |
|---|---|
=IMABS(2-3j) |
3.605551275 |
These examples show how the IMABS function can be effectively used to ascertain the absolute values of complex numbers in Excel and Google Sheets. Make sure that the cells are formatted appropriately to display the results with the necessary precision.
More information: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/imabs-function-b31e73c6-d90c-4062-90bc-8eb351d765a1