Math
Absolute Value Calculator
Find the absolute value of a number, its distance from zero with the sign removed.
The result is the distance of the number from zero, so a negative input gives a positive result of the same size.
Formula
Absolute value of x is x if x is positive or zero, and −x if x is negative.
How it works
Enter any number. The calculator drops a minus sign if there is one. For example, the absolute value of −7 is 7.
FAQs
What does the Absolute Value do?
It takes the values you enter and works out the absolute value for you, showing the result straight away.
What should I enter?
Enter ordinary numbers in the boxes above. If a value does not make sense for this calculation, the page will ask you to check it instead of showing a wrong answer.
Can I use the result for homework or everyday math?
Yes. It is a general-purpose math helper; for exam or professional work, still check the steps against your own working.
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