Elasticsearch - Mappings and Data Types
Which numeric field type in Elasticsearch should you use to store whole numbers without decimals?
Which numeric field type in Elasticsearch should you use to store whole numbers without decimals?
easy🧠 Conceptual Q11 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand numeric field types
Integer type stores whole numbers without decimals, suitable for counts or IDs.Step 2: Compare with other types
Float and double store decimal numbers; text is for strings, not numbers.Final Answer:
integer -> Option BQuick Check:
Whole numbers = integer [OK]
Quick Trick: Whole numbers use integer type, decimals need float/double [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Choosing float or double for whole numbers
- Using text type for numbers
- Confusing integer with long for small numbers
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