Using a String in a Calculated Indicator

In this example, the value of a numeric indicator is calculated using a different formula, depending on the value of a input (called StringInput). This calculation has two inputs:

•	StringInput is based on a descriptive indicator’s value collected string.

•	Input1 is based on the value collected from a numeric attribute.

If the value of StringInput is “Normal”, then the value of the indicator is set to the value of Input1. On the other hand, if the value of StringInput is “Squeaking”, then the value for the indicator is set to twice the value of Input1. Finally, if the value of StringInput is “Worn out”, then the value of the indicator is set to three times the value of Input1.

For example:

VB.NET

If StringInput = “Normal” Then

Return Input1

Elseif StringInput = “Squeaking” Then

Return Input1 * 2

Elseif StringInput = “Worn Out” Then

Return Input1 * 3

End If

Return 0

C#

if (StringInput == “Normal”)

{

return Input1;

}

else if (StringInput == “Squeaking”)

{

return Input1*2;

}

else if (StringInput == “Worn Out” Then

{

return Input1*3;

}

return 0;