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GAMMA

 

Syntax: @GAMMA(X)

X = a numeric value

@GAMMA returns the value of the Euler's gamma function evaluated for values of X > 0, and less than or equal to approximately 171 (less on a few computers with limited mathematics capabilities). Gamma is a continuous function whose value for integer arguments N is (N­1)! (N­1 factorial). The function is given by:

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Examples:

@GAMMA(5) = 24

@GAMMA(1.59) = 0.89243

@GAMMA(L38) = Error - @GAMMA, floating exception, where L8 = 175


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NExS User's Guide, Version 1.4.5
Grey Trout Software
11 April 1999