Quick Reference
The SQL Server RAND() function returns a random number between 0 (inclusive) and 1 (exclusive).
SELECT RAND();
Output
0.83001635017949837
Syntax
RAND(seed)
Parameters
Parameter | Description |
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seed | If seed is specified, it returns a repeatable sequence of random numbers; if no seed is specified, it returns a completely random number (optional) |
SQL Notes:
- Any work being done to modify the structure of a database or delete tables or the the database itself should only be done after making a recent backup
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