Description
Returns the cosine of the given angle in radians.
Syntax
COS(Number)
Arguments
| Argument | Type | Dimensions | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number (required) | Number | Any Dimensions | Angle in radians for which to compute the cosine. |
Returns
| Type | Dimensions |
|---|---|
| Number | Dimensions of Number |
Examples
| Formula | Result | Description |
|---|---|---|
COS(0.524) | 0.866 | The cosine of π/6 radians is 0.866. |
COS(0.785) | 0.707 | The cosine of π/4 radians is 0.707. |
COS(1.571) | 0 | The cosine of π/2 radians is 0. |
(1-COS(3.1416))/2 | 1 | The output of this formulation is the haversine. |