RE: db_file_multiblock_read_count

I haven't tested it but I think you can use the opt_param hint. It's available in 10.2, but not documented - however it is covered in the 11g documentation:

http://download.oracle.com/docs/cd/B28359_01/server.111/b28286/sql_eleme nts006.htm#BABEBAID

Regards,
Brandon

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