RADIANS function

Converts degrees to radians.

Syntax

RADIANS(angle)

Angle     is an angle in degrees that you want to convert.

Example

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Formula Description (Result)
=RADIANS(270) 270 degrees as radians (4.712389 or 3π/2 radians)
 
 
Applies to:
Excel 2007