simplifyConstant

simplifyConstant(expr)

simplifyConstant(expr, options)

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Simplify constant parts of expressions

simplifyConstant reduces constant arithmetic inside an expression while preserving its symbolic variables. It is useful when an expression should remain readable but fixed numeric portions can be calculated.

Example

An expression containing (2 + 3) * x can become 5 * x without assigning a value to x. Compare simplify for broader algebraic rewriting and evaluate for a fully scoped numerical result.

When to use it

Use it before derivative or repeated calculation to reduce obvious constant work. It is not a replacement for parsing valid syntax with parse, and it will not resolve unknown names. Use round only for presentation rather than changing symbolic precision prematurely.

Try Simplify Constant in Calcul.io

Start with one of the editable examples above, then replace its arguments with your own values. Keeping the function on a separate calculator line makes the input and result easy to compare. For a longer workflow, assign the result to a variable or reference that line in the next expression.

Check the shown signature before adding optional arguments, and use the related-function links to compare operations with similar purposes.

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