Absolute Value Calculator

Absolute Value Calculator calculator can be used to find the absolute value of a number, which represents its distance from zero on the number line without considering which direction from zero the number lies.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

|x| = x if x ≥ 0
|x| = -x if x < 0

Where:
|x| represents the absolute value of x

Result

Absolute Value Calculator Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the Absolute Value Calculator calculator and its working principles

What is Absolute Value?

The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. For example, the absolute value of both 5 and -5 is 5.

How to Use This Calculator

  1. Enter a number in the input field (you can use both positive and negative numbers)
  2. Click the "Calculate" button to compute the absolute value
  3. The result will be displayed in the result area
  4. Click "Reset" to clear the input and result

Mathematical Definition

The absolute value of a number x is defined as:

|x| = x if x ≥ 0

|x| = -x if x < 0

Practical Applications

Absolute value calculations are used in various fields including:

  • Statistics for calculating deviations
  • Distance measurements
  • Error analysis in science and engineering
  • Financial calculations