Division with rounded answer

johann1301

If we take 12 and DIVIDE it by 7 we get about 1,714…

But is there a mathematical operator/symbol similar to DIVISION witch rounds the answer to the lowest whole number? In this case; one

and the opposite:

Is there a mathematical operator/symbol similar to DIVISION witch rounds the answer to the higest whole number? In this case; two

Thanks.

Mentallic

Yes, it's called the floor and ceiling operators:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Floor_a...ling_functions

eddybob123

I think the op means an actual function, such as x^2 /3x or something. (just an example)

HallsofIvy

"Floor" and "ceiling" are "actual functions". If you mean something else you will have to explain what you mean by "function".

Mentallic

Quote by eddybob123

I think the op means an actual function, such as x^2 /3x or something. (just an example)

I know what you're thinking but those kinds of functions are mostly continuous and what the OP is looking for is a step function which is discontinuous at infinitely many points.

There is a reason why the Floor and Ceiling functions were constructed

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johann1301	Division with rounded answer Tweet If we take 12 and DIVIDE it by 7 we get about 1,714… But is there a mathematical operator/symbol similar to DIVISION witch rounds the answer to the lowest whole number? In this case; one and the opposite: Is there a mathematical operator/symbol similar to DIVISION witch rounds the answer to the higest whole number? In this case; two Thanks.

Mentallic Recognitions: Homework Help	Yes, it's called the floor and ceiling operators: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Floor_a...ling_functions

eddybob123	I think the op means an actual function, such as x^2 /3x or something. (just an example)

HallsofIvy Recognitions: Gold Member Science Advisor Staff Emeritus	Division with rounded answer "Floor" and "ceiling" are "actual functions". If you mean something else you will have to explain what you mean by "function".