How to calculate weeks before a date
Move backward by complete seven-day periods.
What it means
Move backward by complete seven-day periods.
How to calculate or use it
Multiply the week count by seven calendar days and subtract from the starting date.
Important details
A week duration preserves the weekday, but local clock behavior can change across daylight-saving transitions.
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