Which SQL keyword is used to eliminate duplicate rows from a query result?

Options

  • A. UNIQUE
  • B. DISTINCT
  • C. DIFFERENT
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. DISTINCT

Detailed Explanation

  • DISTINCT: Removes duplicate rows from the query result.
  • It can be applied to one or more selected columns.
  • Example: SELECT DISTINCT department_id FROM employees;