How many SQL statements can a paragraph contain?

A paragraph in SQL, particularly within the context of Oracle Autonomous Database, is designed to contain a single SQL statement. This allows for clarity and ease of execution when the database processes the input. By limiting it to one statement per paragraph, it minimizes ambiguity and potential errors in SQL parsing and execution.

Allowing only one statement per paragraph promotes better organization and readability of the code, making it easier for developers to understand, maintain, and debug their SQL scripts. This is especially important in larger or more complex queries where multiple statements could lead to confusion regarding the flow of logic and operations.

This structure aligns with standard best practices in SQL scripting, where each statement is ideally self-contained. This helps in ensuring transactions are clear and avoids complications that could arise if multiple statements were allowed to be executed in a single conceptual block.