Rand

Description

Returns a random decimal number in the range 0 - 1.

Category

Mathematical functions

Syntax

Rand()

See also

Randomize, RandRange

Usage

To ensure greater randomness, call Randomize before calling Rand.

Example

<!--- This example shows the use of Rand() --->
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Rand Example
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<body bgcolor = silver>
<H3>Rand Example</H3>

<P>Rand() returns a random number in the range 0 to 1.

<P>Rand() returned: <cfoutput>#Rand()#</cfoutput>

<P><A HREF = "rand.cfm">Try again</A>

</body>
</html>

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