Which of the following SQL commands is used to modify the structure of a table?

2023

Which of the following SQL commands is used to modify the structure of a table?

Answer: A. AlterThe SQL command used to modify the structure of a table is ALTER. This command allows you to add, delete, or modify columns, constraints, or indexes in an…

  1. A.

    Alter

  2. B.

    Modify

  3. C.

    Update

  4. D.

    More than one of the above

  5. E.

    None of the above

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Correct answer: A

The SQL command used to modify the structure of a table is ALTER. This command allows you to add, delete, or modify columns, constraints, or indexes in an existing table. For example, ALTER TABLE table_name ADD column_name datatype; adds a new column. It is the standard command for structural changes in SQL.

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