Signed float variable representation

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Rajapriyaa
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Signed float variable representation

Post by Rajapriyaa » Wed Jun 24, 2009 3:56 pm

Hi,
I have a doubt in sign notation. If we are moving a S9(16)V99 COMP-3 to a S9(16)v99 we are getting the lastbyte somewhat different. For example i have moved -15.98 to sign variable. If we display it, its showing as 159Q. What does this Q represent. Will it include both sign bit and the last digit 8.
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Post by dbzTHEdinosauer » Wed Jun 24, 2009 4:11 pm

the verbiage in your title displays the fact that you have not even attempted to look at a COBOL programmers Guide, which will explain internal storage of numerics based on datatype.

also, this question has been asked and answered on the board, use the search facility and take a look at a manual.
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Post by Anuj Dhawan » Wed Jun 24, 2009 6:47 pm

If I'm not mistaken this question is been answered on other board..!
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