The approx() Command

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Command Summary

Gives a decimal approximation of an expression.

Command Syntax

approx(expression)

Menu Location

While on the home screen:

• Press F2 to enter the Algebra menu.
• Press 5 to paste approx(.

Calculator Compatibility

This command works on all calculators.

Token Size

7 bytes

The approx() command forces an expression to be evaluated in approximate mode, temporarily ignoring the mode setting. It's equivalent to pressing ♦ and ENTER when performing a calculation on the home screen.

:approx(π)
           3.14159265359

When applied to a complicated expression, matrix, or list, it approximates every number that occurs there.

Related Commands

• exact()
• round()