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precision of Math.random()

What is the precision of JavaScript's Math.random() function?

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jpc826 Avatar asked Jul 27 '10 14:07

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Math.random() generates a floating point number of 16 decimal places greater than or equal to zero and less than 1.

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krs1 Avatar answered Sep 21 '22 13:09

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