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cabobound

cabobound

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Jul 11, 2007
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How do I convert the sign of a number?
 
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If you want to change the sign of a number, you can multiply by -1.

MyVariable = -1 * MyVariable

If you want your value to always be positive...

MyVariable = Abs(MyVariable)

If you want your value to always be negative...

MyVariable = -1 * Abs(MyVariable)

-George

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HA! I have been doing so much formulated math I forgot the simplest thing! Thanks!
 
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