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# LASTNQTR
Filters a range of data from the last 'n' quarters prior to the current quarter.
The **LASTNQTR** function can be used to select data from a given measure for a specified number of quarters preceding the start of the current quarter. It should be used in conjunction with the SELECT clause and with an aggregate function like SUM or AVERAGE.
## Syntax
```javascript
LASTNQTR(number_of_quarters)
```
## Arguments
number\_of\_quarters – The number of preceding quarters for which data has to be fetched. Required.
## Return value
Period Range.
## Example
```javascript
LASTNQTR(6)
//Returns data from the past 6 quarters preceding the start of the current quarter
```
LASTNQTR
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