Question 1hardmulti select
Full question →- A
CREATE
Why wrong: CREATE is DDL.
- B
UPDATE
UPDATE is DML.
- C
INSERT
INSERT is DML.
- D
DROP
Why wrong: DROP is DDL.
- E
SELECT
SELECT is a DML statement.
Question 112 of 512
Quick Answer
The answer is SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE, though the CompTIA ITF+ exam specifically tests SELECT as a DML operation because it retrieves data without changing structure. DML statements manage the data inside database objects—they query, insert, modify, or delete rows, whereas DDL statements like CREATE or ALTER define the table schema itself. On the FC0-U61 exam, a common trap is confusing UPDATE or DELETE with DDL, but remember: if it changes the data, not the structure, it’s DML. The exam often presents a list of SQL commands and asks which are DML, so watch for ALTER or DROP as distractors. A solid memory tip is “DML = Data Manipulation, so it manipulates the data rows, not the table blueprint.” For the SELECT statement specifically, think of it as the read operation that still falls under DML because it interacts with stored data.
FC0-U61 Database Fundamentals Practice Question
This FC0-U61 practice question tests your understanding of database fundamentals. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Which THREE operations can be performed using Data Manipulation Language (DML) statements?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
UPDATE
UPDATE is a Data Manipulation Language (DML) statement because it modifies existing data within a table without altering the table's structure. DML focuses on managing data stored in database objects, and UPDATE directly changes row values.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
CREATE
Why it's wrong here
CREATE is DDL.
- ✓
UPDATE
Why this is correct
UPDATE is DML.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✓
INSERT
Why this is correct
INSERT is DML.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
DROP
Why it's wrong here
DROP is DDL.
- ✓
SELECT
Why this is correct
SELECT is a DML statement.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
CompTIA often tests the distinction between DML and DDL, trapping candidates who confuse structural commands (CREATE, DROP) with data manipulation commands (INSERT, UPDATE, SELECT).
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
DML statements (INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE, SELECT) operate on rows and are often part of transactions that can be committed or rolled back. In SQL, DML commands are logged in the transaction log for recovery, while DDL commands (like CREATE, DROP) typically auto-commit and cannot be rolled back in many database systems. A real-world scenario: an UPDATE statement in a banking application must be atomic to ensure account balances remain consistent.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the FC0-U61 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this FC0-U61 question test?
Database Fundamentals — This question tests Database Fundamentals — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: UPDATE — UPDATE is a Data Manipulation Language (DML) statement because it modifies existing data within a table without altering the table's structure. DML focuses on managing data stored in database objects, and UPDATE directly changes row values.
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