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Oracle SQL Data Manipulation (DML) Review

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What is the main difference between an inner join and an outer join in SQL?

An outer join returns all rows that satisfy the join condition and also returns rows from one table for which no rows from the other table satisfy the condition.

What is the purpose of the LEFT OUTER JOIN syntax in ANSI SQL:1999?

To display all rows from the left table, even if there is no match in the right table.

What is the difference between a LEFT OUTER JOIN and a RIGHT OUTER JOIN?

A LEFT OUTER JOIN returns all rows from the left table, while a RIGHT OUTER JOIN returns all rows from the right table.

What is the Oracle Proprietary syntax for an outer join?

The (+) symbol is used to indicate the side of the join that might be missing a corresponding value. Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using ANSI SQL:1999 syntax over Oracle Proprietary syntax?

ANSI SQL:1999 syntax is more portable and widely supported across different databases, while Oracle Proprietary syntax is specific to Oracle databases. Signup and view all the answers

How can you optimize a query that uses an outer join?

Optimize the join order, use indexes on the join columns, and consider rewriting the query using a different join type. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the ON clause in an outer join query?

To specify the join condition between the two tables. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between an outer join and a full outer join?

An outer join returns all rows from one table and the matching rows from the other table, while a full outer join returns all rows from both tables. Signup and view all the answers

How can you avoid using an outer join in a query?

By using a subquery or a UNION operator to combine the results of two separate queries. Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of considering the join type in SQL query optimization?

The choice of join type can significantly impact the performance of a query, and choosing the wrong join type can lead to poor performance. Signup and view all the answers