Why does PostgreSQL require the TO value in range partition definitions to be exclusive rather than inclusive?

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PostgreSQL - Table Partitioning

ABecause PostgreSQL does not support inclusive ranges

BBecause inclusive TO values cause data corruption

CTo allow partitions to be automatically compressed

DTo avoid overlapping ranges and ensure each row belongs to exactly one partition

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand partition range boundaries
Using exclusive upper bounds prevents overlap between partitions, so each row fits in only one partition.
Step 2: Identify reason for exclusivity
This design avoids ambiguity and simplifies routing rows to partitions.
Final Answer:
To avoid overlapping ranges and ensure each row belongs to exactly one partition -> Option D
Quick Check:
Exclusive TO prevents partition overlap [OK]

Quick Trick: Exclusive TO keeps partitions non-overlapping [OK]

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