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Parsing a number

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#1: Dec 7 '07
I have a database with a social security number field that contains the 9 digit number without hypens. I would like to create a field using a query that just has the last 6 digits of the social security number. Is there a way to do that? Thanks!

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#2: Dec 7 '07

re: Parsing a number

Use the Right() function.
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re: Parsing a number

Thanks. However, I hate to seem stupid, but how do I do that?
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#4: Dec 7 '07

re: Parsing a number

In the Design Grid for your query, assuming it contains the aforementioned SSN field, in a blank field box type:

LastSixSSN: Right([SSN],6)

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re: Parsing a number

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your help.
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Glad we could help!

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