Rand
DataWindow expression function
Description
Obtains a random whole number between 1 and a specified upper
limit.
Syntax
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Rand ( n ) |
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Argument |
Description |
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n |
The upper limit of the range of random numbers you |
Return value
A numeric datatype, the datatype of n. Returns a random whole number
between 1 and n.
Usage
The sequence of numbers generated by repeated calls to the
Rand function is a computer-generated pseudorandom sequence.
You can control whether the sequence is different each time your
application runs by calling the PowerScript Randomize function to
initialize the random number generator.
Examples
This expression returns a random whole number between 1 and
10:
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Rand(10) |
See also
Rand in the section called “Rand” in PowerScript Reference
Randomize in the section called “Randomize” in PowerScript Reference