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Is there a universally accepted value for no value?

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I've seen N/A (always caps) used most often but I don't know if there is a standard. My data will be seen on Google so I would like to use the most recognized value.

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user24989 Avatar asked Oct 03 '08 20:10

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It all depends on what you are trying to tell the user when there is no value.

For example, does no value mean that the data isn't available yet, but will be later? Or is the data point not applicable to the current record?

I would choose a value that imparts the most information.

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Peter Coulton Avatar answered Nov 25 '22 21:11

Peter Coulton


N/A means "Not Available" or "Not Applicable". I guess it's the most universally accepted term. But it really depends on the context if that's the best term.

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matli Avatar answered Nov 25 '22 19:11

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