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Python abs() Function with examples

Last Updated: March 16, 2019 by Chaitanya Singh | Filed Under: Python Tutorial

Python abs() Function returns the absolute (non-negative value) value of a number. For example, absolute value of -5 is 5 and absolute of 5 is also 5. In this guide, we will see how to use abs() function in Python with the help of examples.

Python abs() function works on?

The abs() function works on following numbers:
1. Integers, for example 6, -6, 1 etc.
2. Floating point numbers, for example 5.34, -1.44 etc
3. Complex numbers, for example 3+4j, 4+6j etc.

Python abs() example

# integer number
num = -5
print('Absolute value of -5 is:', abs(num))

# floating number
fnum = -1.45
print('Absolute value of 1.45 is:', abs(fnum))

Output:
Python abs() function example

Python abs() function for complex numbers example

When a complex number is passed as an argument to abs() function, it returns the magnitude of the complex number. The magnitude of a complex number a + bj is equal to √a2+b2.

# complex number
cnum = 4 - 5j
print('Absolute value of 4 - 5j is:', abs(cnum))

cnum2 = 3 + 4j
print('Absolute value of 3 + 4j is:', abs(cnum2))

Output:
Python abs function complex numbers

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I have 15 years of experience in the IT industry, working with renowned multinational corporations. Additionally, I have dedicated over a decade to teaching, allowing me to refine my skills in delivering information in a simple and easily understandable manner.

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