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What does an enum type represent in a GraphQL schema?

easy📝 Conceptual Q1 of 15
GraphQL - Schema Definition Language (SDL)
What does an enum type represent in a GraphQL schema?
AA numeric range
BA fixed set of named values
CA list of objects
DA string pattern
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand the purpose of enum types

    Enum types define a set of allowed constant values in GraphQL.

  2. Step 2: Compare options with enum definition

    Only a fixed set of named values matches the enum concept.

  3. Final Answer:

    A fixed set of named values -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    Enum type = fixed set of named values [OK]
Quick Trick: Enum means fixed named options, not ranges or patterns [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Thinking enum is a list of objects
  • Confusing enum with numeric ranges
  • Assuming enum is a string pattern

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