Haskell: Maximum/minimum function

Question

Is there a function in Haskell like say:

max_of_type :: (Num a) => a

So:

max_of_type :: Int == 2 ^ 31 - 1 // for example, implementation dependent

Note that this is not a function; it's just a value, albeit defined by typeclass instances. — Asherah
– Asherah, Commented Jun 4, 2012 at 10:52

Tikhon Jelvis · Accepted Answer · 2012-06-04 05:41:41Z

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Yes, it's called maxBound.

There is also minBound. They are both part of the Bounded type class.

answered Jun 4, 2012 at 5:41

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I'll accept this answer, but I can't yet. Found the answer just after posting.

Clinton · Accepted Answer · 2012-06-04 05:42:06Z

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Oops, it's just maxBound and minBound.

answered Jun 4, 2012 at 5:42

Clinton

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