What is the key behavioral difference between RANK() and DENSE_RANK() when there are tied values?

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What is the key behavioral difference between RANK() and DENSE_RANK() when there are tied values?

Key points

  • RANK() creates gaps in the ranking sequence
  • DENSE_RANK() assigns consecutive ranks to tied values
  • The key difference lies in how they handle tied values
  • RANK() is not sequential in assigning ranks
  • DENSE_RANK() ensures a continuous ranking sequence

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