How to get the last variable of a for loop in MATLAB

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The discussion focuses on obtaining the last variable from a "for loop" in MATLAB. A user requested assistance with the correct notation to achieve this. The solution provided involves using a loop control variable to store the last value, demonstrated with a simple example where the variable 'lastvar' captures the final iteration value. The MATLAB syntax for this operation is clearly outlined, ensuring users can implement it effectively.

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KonaGorrila
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Aloha guys,

I am just having trouble getting MatLab to output only the last variable of my "for loop."
If anyone can help all I am looking for is an example of notation.
p.s. I have done this before just not in a while and will continue to look through my old scripts and functions. just not in a while.
Thank you,
HWN Phisics Nerd :P
 
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KonaGorrila said:
Aloha guys,

I am just having trouble getting MatLab to output only the last variable of my "for loop."
If anyone can help all I am looking for is an example of notation.
p.s. I have done this before just not in a while and will continue to look through my old scripts and functions. just not in a while.
Do you mean the last value of your loop control variable?

If so, here's how you would do it in C, which should be fairly close to what it would be in matlab.

C:
int N = 10;
int i;

for (i = 0; i < N + 1; i++)
{
   if ( i == N) printf("Last value is %d", i);
}
 

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