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PHP deg2rad() Function

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Example

Convert degrees to radians:

<?php
echo deg2rad("45") . "<br>";
echo deg2rad("90") . "<br>";
echo deg2rad("360");
?>
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Definition and Usage

The deg2rad() function converts a degree value to a radian value.

Tip: To convert a radian value to a degree value, look at the rad2deg() function.


Syntax

deg2rad(number);

Parameter Description
number Required. Specifies the degree to convert

Technical Details

Return Value: The radian equivalent of number
Return Type: Float
PHP Version: 4+

Examples

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Example 1

 Convert a degree into its radian equivalent:

<?php
$deg = 180;
$rad = deg2rad($deg);
echo "$deg degrees is equal to $rad radians.";
?>
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