sqrt() Function

The sqrt() function calculates the square root of a given numeric expression.

Syntax

sqrt(num.exp)

Parameter(s)

num.exp

Numeric expression from which the square root is calculated. If num.exp is negative, the function returns 0 and prints an error message.

Description

Precision is kept for up to 9 digits.

Example(s)

print sqrt(25)

See Also

BASIC Functions, Numeric Expressions, Statements and Functions