DECODE(expression,
value1, return1,
value2, return2,
....
default_return)
BTW, did you know that expression, value, return and default_return can all
be scalar subqueries?
Dan
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Hello everyone,
I am having a senior moment and I have forgetten the syntax for 'decode'.
Can anyone give me a hint. I have leant out my sql books and of course I
need them now.
Thanks in advance,
Ruth Gramolini
Oracle DBA, Vermont Department of Taxes
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