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Math Equation Question
I have a few numeric entry boxes set up to subtract from Variable1. Is there a way (even roundabout) to make it so the value of the numeric entry boxes doesn't continue to get subtracted if the learner changes the value?
Ex: Learner inputs value 25 in numeric entry box 1. 25 is subtracted from Variable1. Learner changes value of numeric entry box 1 to 35. Instead of subtracting another 35 from Variable 1 (for a total of 60), I'd like the 25 re-added and the 35 subtracted.
Since you always want to subtract the value of the text-entry box from a consistent value in Variable 1, don't do the calculation within Variable 1. Instead, do the math in another variable. For example, create a variable called Calculation. Then use this series of triggers to set its value:
- Adjust Calculation to equal Variable 1.
- Subtract the TextEntry value from Calculation.
Those triggers will always subtract the current value of the text-entry box from Variable 1. And that means you don't have to add back a value that was already subtracted.
