PHP 7 asin() Function
Example
Return the arc sine of different numbers:
<?php
echo(asin(0.64) . "<br>");
echo(asin(-0.4) . "<br>");
echo(asin(0) . "<br>");
echo(asin(-1) . "<br>");
echo(asin(1) . "<br>");
echo(asin(2));
?>
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Definition and Usage
The asin() function returns the arc sine of a number.
Tip: asin(1) returns the value of Pi/2.
Syntax
asin(number);
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| number | Required. Specifies a number in range -1 to 1 |
Technical Details
| Return Value: | The arc sine of a number. Returns NAN if number is not in the range -1 to 1 |
|---|---|
| Return Type: | Float |
| PHP Version: | 4+ |
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