Sqrt Function
Description:
The positive square root of a positive number.
note
ARITHMETIC EXCEPTION
This function is non-evaluable if the number is negative.
To ensure it is evaluable, use
Sqrt( Abs( … ) )
Returns:
Number
Parameter:
Parameter | Data Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
1 | Number | The number. |
Examples:
When using functions inside a field, remember the field brackets:
{Sqrt(VariableName)}
Expression | Result |
|---|---|
Sqrt( 9 ) | 3 |
Sqrt( 10 ) | 3.16227766016838 |
Sqrt( Abs( -10 ) ) | 3.16227766016838 |