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In this guide, we will explain how to use the MySQL DEGREES function with syntax and examples.

Description

The MySQL DEGREES function converts a radian value into degrees.

Syntax

The syntax for the DEGREES function is:

DEGREES( number )

Parameters or Arguments

number

The value in radians that is to be converted to degrees.

Note

• See also the RADIANS and PI functions.

Applies To

The DEGREES function can be used in the following versions :

• MySQL 5.7, MySQL 5.6, MySQL 5.5, MySQL 5.1, MySQL 5.0, MySQL 4.1, MySQL 4.0, MySQL 3.23

Example

Let’s look at some DEGREES function examples and explore how to use the DEGREES function.

For example:

mysql> SELECT DEGREES(1.5);
Result: 85.94366926962348

mysql> SELECT DEGREES(-0.9);
Result: -51.56620156177409

mysql> SELECT DEGREES(PI()*2);
Result: 360

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