Absolute Value Calculator
Find the absolute value — the distance from zero — of any number.
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Absolute value
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Formula used
|x| = x if x ≥ 0, otherwise |x| = −x
Example: |−7.5| = 7.5.
How to use this calculator
- Enter Number.
- Press Calculate to see your result instantly.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is absolute value?
It's a number's distance from zero on the number line, always expressed as a non-negative value.
What is the absolute value of a positive number?
It stays the same — the absolute value of 5 is 5.
What is the absolute value of zero?
Zero — |0| = 0.
Where is absolute value used?
It's common in distance, error-margin, and difference calculations where direction doesn't matter.