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MySQL ABS() Function

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Core idea

What is the main idea behind MySQL ABS() Function?

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1Quick choice

Which statement best captures the main point of this lesson?

2Fill blank

Complete the missing token from the example code.

___ ABS(-243.5);
3Order

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The ABS() function returns the absolute (positive) value of a number.
Definition and Usage
MySQL ABS() Function

Example

SELECT ABS(-243.5);

Definition and Usage

The ABS() function returns the absolute (positive) value of a number.

Syntax

ABS(
number
)

Parameter Values

ParameterDescription
numberRequired. A numeric value

Technical Details

Works in:From MySQL 4.0

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