Python abs() Function

❮ Built-in Functions

Example

Return the absolute value of a number:

x = abs(-7.25)

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Definition and Usage

The abs() function returns the absolute value of the specified number.

Syntax

abs(n)

Parameter Values

Parameter	Description
n	Required. A number

More Examples

Example

Return the absolute value of a complex number:

x = abs(3+5j)

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❮ Built-in Functions

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