How to Use the IMSQRT Function in Excel
Below is a detailed guide on how to use the IMSQRT function in both Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
Overview:
The IMSQRT function is designed to calculate the square root of a complex number formatted as a + bi. This function is available in both Excel and Google Sheets, and the outcome is also represented as a complex number in the a + bi format.
Syntax:
The syntax for the IMSQRT function is consistent across both Excel and Google Sheets:
=IMSQRT(inumber)inumber: The complex number for which you wish to calculate the square root.
Examples:
Example 1:
Suppose we have the complex number 3 + 4i, and we aim to calculate the square root using the IMSQRT function.
| Excel formula: | Result: |
|---|---|
=IMSQRT("3+4i") |
2+1i |
Example 2:
Next, let’s compute the square root of another complex number, -5 – 12i, using the IMSQRT function.
| Google Sheets formula: | Result: |
|---|---|
=IMSQRT("-5-12i") |
2.3-2.5i |
These examples illustrate how the IMSQRT function can be effectively used to find the square root of complex numbers in both Excel and Google Sheets.
More information: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/imsqrt-function-e1753f80-ba11-4664-a10e-e17368396b70