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Which SQL function would you use to find the smallest date in a column named OrderDate?

easy📝 Conceptual Q2 of 15
SQL - Aggregate Functions
Which SQL function would you use to find the smallest date in a column named OrderDate?
AMAX(OrderDate)
BSUM(OrderDate)
CMIN(OrderDate)
DAVG(OrderDate)
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Identify the function to find smallest value

    MIN() returns the smallest value in a column, including dates.
  2. Step 2: Confirm other options are incorrect

    MAX() returns the largest date, SUM() and AVG() do not apply to dates.
  3. Final Answer:

    MIN(OrderDate) -> Option C
  4. Quick Check:

    MIN() = smallest value [OK]
Quick Trick: MIN() finds the earliest or smallest value [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Using MAX() to find earliest date
  • Trying to sum dates
  • Using AVG() on dates

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