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FC0-U71 Practice Question: Which THREE operations can be performed using…
Which THREE operations can be performed using Data Manipulation Language (DML) statements?
⚠ Common exam trap
CompTIA often tests the distinction between DML and DDL, trapping candidates who confuse structural commands (CREATE, DROP) with data manipulation commands (INSERT, UPDATE, SELECT).
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
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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.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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CREATE
Why it's wrong here
CREATE is DDL.
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UPDATE
Why this is correct
UPDATE is DML.
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INSERT
Why this is correct
INSERT is DML.
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DROP
Why it's wrong here
DROP is DDL.
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SELECT
Why this is correct
SELECT is a DML statement.
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