ceiling function
function that maps a real number x to the smallest integer greater than or equal to x
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ceiling function
Summary
ceiling function is an idempotent function[1]. It is known by 21 alternative names across languages and contexts.[2]
Key Facts
- ceiling function's instance of is recorded as idempotent function[3].
- ceiling function's instance of is recorded as integer-valued function[4].
- ceiling function is part of floor and ceiling functions[5].
- ceiling function is the opposite of floor function[6].
- ceiling function's described by source is recorded as ISO 80000-2:2019 Quantities and units — Part 2: Mathematics[7].
- ceiling function's definition domain is recorded as set of real numbers[8].
- ceiling function's image of function is recorded as set of integers[9].
- ceiling function's maintained by WikiProject is recorded as WikiProject Mathematics[10].
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Definition and Type
Recorded instance of include idempotent function[3] and integer-valued function[4]. ceiling function is the opposite of floor function[6].
Use and Application
ceiling function is part of floor and ceiling functions[5].
Why It Matters
ceiling function is known by 21 alternative names across languages and contexts.[2]