SQL - Advanced JoinsWhich of the following is the correct syntax for a non-equi join using the '<' operator between tables A and B on column x?ASELECT * FROM A, B WHERE A.x = B.x;BSELECT * FROM A JOIN B WHERE A.x < B.x;CSELECT * FROM A JOIN B ON A.x < B.x;DSELECT * FROM A JOIN B ON A.x = B.x;Check Answer
Step-by-Step SolutionSolution:Step 1: Understand JOIN syntaxJOIN requires ON clause to specify join condition, including non-equi conditions.Step 2: Identify correct use of '<' in ON clauseUsing ON A.x < B.x is valid for non-equi join; WHERE clause is not for join conditions.Final Answer:SELECT * FROM A JOIN B ON A.x < B.x; -> Option CQuick Check:Non-equi join syntax uses ON with comparison [OK]Quick Trick: Use ON with comparison operators for non-equi joins [OK]Common Mistakes:MISTAKESUsing WHERE instead of ON for join conditionUsing '=' operator for non-equi joinConfusing join syntax with cross join
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