Function Abs in SQL Server: ABS Function in SQL Server

Function Abs in SQL Server: ABS Function in SQL Server is easier to understand when the core ideas are paired with practical examples. The sections below explain the topic clearly, highlight useful steps, and point out details that can prevent common errors.

This guide will show you in detail how to use the ABS () handling function in SQL Server with specific syntax and examples to better visualize and capture functions.

Describe

The ABS function in SQL Server returns the absolute value of a number.

Syntax

To use the ABS function in SQL Server, we use the following syntax:

 ABS(number)

Parameters :

number: the number you want to change to the absolute value.

Note :

The ABS function can be used in later versions of SQL Server: SQL Server 2017, SQL Server 2016, SQL Server 2014, SQL Server 2012, SQL Server 2008 R2, SQL Server 2008, and SQL Server 2005.

As an example,

Take a look and explore some examples of ABS functions in SQL Server.

 SELECT ABS(-24); 
 Result: 24 
 
 SELECT ABS(-24.6); 
 Result: 24.6 
 
 SELECT ABS(-24.65); 
 Result: 24.65 
 
 SELECT ABS(24.65 * -1); 
 Result: 24.65