ERDiagram conversion to Database

Question

Suppose i have Two strong entity E1 and E2 connected by a 1 to many relationship R.

E1 <--------- R ---------- E2

How many table will be created when i will convert the above ER diagram into database ?

I know that when E2 will be in total participation answer will be 2. Since, E2's primary key will merge perfectly. I am not sure about above. I have seen multiple places and found different answer. I am looking for some solid argument with answer.

Answer can be 2 or 3.

Answer 1

the no of table depends on the type of relationship -
Procedure is as follows -

Make a table for all entities;

if relationship involves > = 3 tables make new table fo relationship:
If it has two tables then the participation is like 1: N or N:1 or 1:1 no new table need.

if it's M: N new table will be needed.