- A
Update the pipeline definition to remove the manual approval step temporarily.
Why wrong: Wrong. Removing the approval step requires updating the pipeline definition, which is not a quick fix and may violate compliance requirements.
- B
Use the CodePipeline console to approve the action directly as a different user.
Correct. The CodePipeline console allows any authorized user to approve a pending action, unblocking the pipeline immediately.
- C
Disable the transition to the approval stage and manually run the remaining stages.
Why wrong: Wrong. Disabling the transition to the approval stage would stop the pipeline entirely, preventing it from completing.
- D
Retry the action in the approval stage from the CodePipeline console.
Why wrong: Wrong. Retrying the action only resends the approval request to the same approver who is on leave, so it does not resolve the block.
DOP-C02 Pipeline Approval Practice Question
This DOP-C02 practice question tests your understanding of incident and event response. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. A key principle to apply: pipeline Approval. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A DevOps team uses AWS CodePipeline to deploy a web application. The pipeline has a manual approval step. During an incident, the deployment is stuck at the approval step because the approver is on leave. The team needs to unblock the pipeline quickly. What is the BEST action to take?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"best"Why it matters: Signals that multiple options may be partially correct. Choose the option that most directly solves the exact problem described, not the one that sounds most complete.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
Use the CodePipeline console to approve the action directly as a different user.
Option B is correct because the CodePipeline console allows any authorized user (with appropriate IAM permissions) to manually approve a pending approval action. This directly unblocks the pipeline without modifying the pipeline definition or requiring the original approver. Option D is incorrect because retrying the action only re-sends the approval request to the same approver who is unavailable, so it does not unblock the pipeline. Options A and C are not best actions: A involves modifying the pipeline definition which is time-consuming and may violate compliance; C would stop the pipeline rather than unblock it.
Key principle: Pipeline Approval
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Update the pipeline definition to remove the manual approval step temporarily.
Why it's wrong here
Wrong. Removing the approval step requires updating the pipeline definition, which is not a quick fix and may violate compliance requirements.
- ✓
Use the CodePipeline console to approve the action directly as a different user.
Why this is correct
Correct. The CodePipeline console allows any authorized user to approve a pending action, unblocking the pipeline immediately.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "best" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Pipeline Approval
- ✗
Disable the transition to the approval stage and manually run the remaining stages.
Why it's wrong here
Wrong. Disabling the transition to the approval stage would stop the pipeline entirely, preventing it from completing.
- ✗
Retry the action in the approval stage from the CodePipeline console.
Why it's wrong here
Wrong. Retrying the action only resends the approval request to the same approver who is on leave, so it does not resolve the block.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Pipeline Approval
- Manual Approval Action
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Pipeline Approval
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A company's IT admin needs to give a contractor read-only access to production logs without sharing account credentials. Using role-based access control (RBAC) and temporary scoped permissions — not a permanent shared password — is the correct pattern. Questions like this test whether you can apply least-privilege access across cloud identity services.
What to study next
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FAQ
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What does this DOP-C02 question test?
Incident and Event Response — This question tests Incident and Event Response — Pipeline Approval.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Use the CodePipeline console to approve the action directly as a different user. — Option B is correct because the CodePipeline console allows any authorized user (with appropriate IAM permissions) to manually approve a pending approval action. This directly unblocks the pipeline without modifying the pipeline definition or requiring the original approver. Option D is incorrect because retrying the action only re-sends the approval request to the same approver who is unavailable, so it does not unblock the pipeline. Options A and C are not best actions: A involves modifying the pipeline definition which is time-consuming and may violate compliance; C would stop the pipeline rather than unblock it.
What should I do if I get this DOP-C02 question wrong?
Review pipeline Approval, then practise related DOP-C02 questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "best". Signals that multiple options may be partially correct. Choose the option that most directly solves the exact problem described, not the one that sounds most complete.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Pipeline Approval
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