Which of the following Relational Algebra operators is unary?

2022

Which of the following Relational Algebra operators is unary?

  1. A.

    Selection

  2. B.

    Natural join

  3. C.

    Left outer join

  4. D.

    Right outer join

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Correct answer: A

Relational algebra operators are classified by the number of input relations required. Selection is a unary operator because it filters tuples from a single input relation based on a predicate condition. In contrast, Natural join and outer joins are binary operators requiring two input relations.

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