Function Sin(x)

Sin

Sin(
   x             ! (input) numerical expression
   )

Arguments

x

A scalar numerical expression in radians.

Return Value

The Sin function returns the sine of x in the range \(-1\) to 1.

Graph

Example

_p_returnM1 := Sin(-p_pi); ! Sin(-π) = 0
_p_returnZ  := Sin( 0   ); ! Sin( 0) = 0
_p_returnP1 := Sin( p_pi); ! Sin( π) = 0

Note

The function Sin can be used in constraints of nonlinear mathematical programs.

See also

• The functions Cos, Tan, ArcSin. Arithmetic functions are discussed in full detail in Arithmetic Functions of the Language Reference.

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