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IMABS

The IMABS function returns the absolute value (modulus) of a complex number. This is useful when working with complex numbers in engineering or scientific calculations.

Usage

Use the IMABS formula with the syntax shown below, it has 1 required parameter:

=IMABS(number)
Parameters:
  1. number (required):
    The complex number for which to calculate the absolute value.

Examples

Here are a few example use cases that explain how to use the IMABS formula in Google Sheets.

Calculating the magnitude of a complex number

The IMABS function can be used to calculate the magnitude of a complex number in engineering or scientific calculations.

Normalizing a complex number

The IMABS function can be used to normalize a complex number, which involves dividing each component of the complex number by its magnitude, resulting in a complex number with a magnitude of 1.

Determining the distance between two complex numbers

The IMABS function can be used to determine the distance between two complex numbers in engineering or scientific calculations.

Common Mistakes

IMABS not working? Here are some common mistakes people make when using the IMABS Google Sheets Formula:

Not providing a number argument

One common mistake is not providing a number argument to the IMABS formula. This will result in an error message. Make sure to provide a valid number as the argument.

Providing a non-numeric argument

Another common mistake is providing a non-numeric argument to the IMABS formula. This will result in an error message. Make sure to provide a valid number as the argument.

Misusing the function

Users may mistakenly use the IMABS formula when they meant to use another formula. Make sure you understand the purpose of the formula and how it works before using it.

Related Formulas

The following functions are similar to IMABS or are often used with it in a formula:

  • IMARGUMENT

    The IMARGUMENT function returns the argument corresponding to the given number in a complex number in rectangular form.

  • IMCONJUGATE

    The IMCONJUGATE formula returns the complex conjugate of a given complex number. This formula is commonly used in engineering and physics calculations involving complex numbers.

  • IMEXP

    The IMEXP function returns the exponential of a complex number in rectangular form. It takes one argument which is the exponent (power) to which the complex number is raised. This function is commonly used in engineering and mathematical calculations involving complex numbers.

Learn More

You can learn more about the IMABS Google Sheets function on Google Support.