is it possible to force different 'types' of index scans?

From: <ryan_oracle_at_cox.net>
Date: Tue, 30 Dec 2003 05:14:25 -0800
Message-ID: <F001.005DB42C.20031230051425@fatcity.com>

I know you can hint a fast full scan. I have run into cases lately where depending on circumstances Oracle will use an index, but use a sub-optimal type of index scan with dramatic differences in performances.

This is on 9.2. Any hints for forcing an 'index range scan'. Anything stronger than a 'hint'. Something like 'do it because I said so'.

This only happens occasionaly, so Id just like to know if it exists for future reference.

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