LaTeX Beta (β) - Complete Guide

The Greek letter beta (β) is the second letter of the Greek alphabet, commonly used for angles and coefficients.

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Beta

LaTeX Code

No package required

Recommended
\beta

Standard Greek letter command

What is the LaTeX Beta?

Beta is the second letter of the Greek alphabet. In LaTeX, it is represented by the \beta command in math mode. Like alpha, it is frequently used to represent angles, coefficients, and variables in mathematics and physics.

How to Use Beta in LaTeX

Method 1: Using \beta

No package required

Standard Greek letter command

Example: Using \beta

latex
\documentclass{article}

\begin{document}

% Using the Beta
Text with \beta

\end{document}

Common Use Cases

The Beta symbol is commonly used in the following contexts:

Angle Notation

Used to represent angles in geometric problems.

Code

The angle $\beta = 60^\circ$

Output

The angle β = 60°

Regression Coefficient

Used in statistics and machine learning for coefficients.

Code

The regression coefficient is $\beta = 0.5$

Output

The regression coefficient is β = 0.5

Complete Examples

Beta in Mathematical Formula

Using beta in a formula context

latex
\documentclass{article}
\begin{document}

The triangle has angles $\alpha = 45^\circ$, $\beta = 60^\circ$, and $\gamma = 75^\circ$.

\end{document}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which method should I use?

We recommend using the method marked as "Recommended" above. However, the best method depends on your specific needs:

  • \beta: Standard Greek letter command

Where do I use this symbol?

This symbol can be used:

  • In mathematical equations (math mode)
  • In regular text (if using text mode)
  • In various document environments

Can I use this in display mode?

Yes, symbols that work in math mode (between $ $) also work in display mode (between $$ $$). This allows you to display the symbol on its own line with larger formatting.

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