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Which of the following is the correct SQL syntax to select all columns from a table named employees?

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SQL - Advanced Query Patterns
Which of the following is the correct SQL syntax to select all columns from a table named employees?
ASELECT ALL FROM employees;
BSELECT * FROM employees;
CGET * FROM employees;
DSELECT employees ALL;
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Recall the standard SQL SELECT syntax

    The correct way to select all columns is using SELECT * FROM table_name;.
  2. Step 2: Check each option for syntax correctness

    SELECT * FROM employees; matches the correct syntax. Options B, C, and D use invalid keywords or order.
  3. Final Answer:

    SELECT * FROM employees; -> Option B
  4. Quick Check:

    Standard SELECT syntax uses * for all columns [OK]
Quick Trick: Remember: SELECT * FROM table_name; is standard [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Using GET instead of SELECT
  • Using ALL without SELECT
  • Incorrect keyword order

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