Understanding SQLite’s PI() Function

The PI() function in SQLite returns the mathematical constant π (pi), which is approximately 3.14159265358979. It is used to represent the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter.

The PI() function is commonly employed in mathematical computations, particularly in geometry, trigonometry, and other scientific calculations involving circles and angles.

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Understanding the ATAN2() Function in SQLite

The ATAN2() function in SQLite calculates the arc tangent (inverse tangent) of the ratio of two given numeric values, typically representing the y-coordinate and x-coordinate of a point.

Unlike ATAN(), which calculates the angle based only on a single tangent value, ATAN2() considers both the x and y values to determine the correct quadrant for the resulting angle.

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Overview of the POWER() Function in SQLite

SQLite provides various mathematical functions out of the box, and one of them is the power() function (also available as pow()).

The power() function calculates the result of raising one number to the power of another. In other words, it performs an exponentiation operation. This function is particularly useful for mathematical operations where powers or exponents are required.

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A Quick Look at EXP() in SQLite

The exp() function in SQLite calculates the exponential of a given number, where the base is the mathematical constant e (approximately 2.71828). In other words, it returns e raised to the power of x for a given input x.

This function can be useful in scientific and statistical calculations involving exponential growth, decay, and other natural logarithmic-based transformations.

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