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# Get Aggregate Query

### What is a get aggregate query

A get aggregate query is a tabular query language that retrieves measure values at a specific cube location.
It forms a subset of MDX.

### Why use a get aggregate query

A get aggregate query returns measure values without requiring a full MDX statement.
This provides support for applications that need access to tabular data rather than tree‑structured table data.
This is the preferred choice for applications that require real-time processing.

### What is required to use a get aggregate query

A clear understanding of [cube locations](../cube/locations) is required.
Each query targets one position in the cube to return the correct measures.
An example is available in the [location based queries](./location_based_queries#getaggregatesquery).