ODD
Rounds a number up, away from zero, to the next odd integer.
Syntax:
ODD(number)
returns number rounded to the next odd integer up, away from zero.
Example:
ODD(1.2)
returns 3.
ODD(1)
returns 1.
ODD(0)
returns 0.
ODD(-3.1)
returns -5.
Application:
Charity Raffle Ticket Assignment
A charity is running a raffle where they want to give a special prize to participants whose ticket numbers are odd. To make sure everyone has an equal chance and to simplify the process, the charity uses an online form to assign ticket numbers. The system has a function named "ODD" that automatically takes the next available whole number and, if it's even, increments it to the next odd number. This ensures every ticket sold is an odd number.
Here's how the logic would work:
- Input: The form generates a sequential number for each submission (e.g., 1, 2, 3, 4, 5...).
- ODD Function: The ODD function checks the sequential number.
- If the number is already odd, it keeps it.
- If the number is even, it adds 1 to make it odd.
- Output: The assigned ticket number is always an odd number.
Example Table:
Submission Number (Sequential) | ODD Function Logic | Assigned Raffle Ticket Number | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
A | B | C | ||
1 | 1 | 1 is already odd | 1 | |
2 | 2 | 2 is even, so it adds 1 | 3 | |
3 | 3 | 3 is already odd | 3 | |
4 | 4 | 4 is even, so it adds 1 | 5 | |
5 | 5 | 5 is already odd | 5 | |
6 | 6 | 6 is even, so it adds 1 | 7 | |
7 | 7 | 7 is already odd | 7 |
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