Medium-Easy Understand RDBMS & SQL Multiple Choice

What is the difference between RANK() and DENSE_RANK() window functions when there are ties?

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Answer Options

A RANK() skips numbers after a tie; DENSE_RANK() does not skip
B DENSE_RANK() skips numbers after a tie; RANK() does not skip
C They are identical — both skip ranks after a tie
D RANK() assigns the same rank to ties; DENSE_RANK() assigns different ranks

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