- A
Memory size of the instance
HANA is memory-intensive; the instance must have enough RAM.
- B
The instance type must be certified for SAP HANA
Only certified instance types are supported for production HANA.
- C
Number of EBS volumes that can be attached
Why wrong: While EBS is used, the instance type's EBS bandwidth is more relevant than volume count.
- D
GPU capabilities of the instance
Why wrong: HANA does not use GPU for its core functionality.
- E
Network throughput of the instance
High network throughput is needed for client communication and replication.
Question 33 of 1,733
PAS-C01 Migration Practice Question
This PAS-C01 practice question tests your understanding of migration. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. 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.
Which THREE factors should be considered when choosing an instance type for an SAP HANA database on AWS? (Select THREE.)
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
✓
Memory size of the instance
Options A, B, and E are correct. Memory size (A) is critical because SAP HANA is an in-memory database. The instance must be certified for SAP HANA (B) to ensure compatibility and support. Network throughput (E) is important for data replication and client access. Option C is incorrect because the number of attachable EBS volumes is not a primary selection criterion for SAP HANA. Option D is incorrect because GPU capabilities are not required for SAP HANA.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
Memory size of the instance
Why this is correct
HANA is memory-intensive; the instance must have enough RAM.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✓
The instance type must be certified for SAP HANA
Why this is correct
Only certified instance types are supported for production HANA.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Number of EBS volumes that can be attached
Why it's wrong here
While EBS is used, the instance type's EBS bandwidth is more relevant than volume count.
- ✗
GPU capabilities of the instance
Why it's wrong here
HANA does not use GPU for its core functionality.
- ✓
Network throughput of the instance
Why this is correct
High network throughput is needed for client communication and replication.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- 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
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
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.
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What does this PAS-C01 question test?
Migration — This question tests Migration — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Memory size of the instance — Options A, B, and E are correct. Memory size (A) is critical because SAP HANA is an in-memory database. The instance must be certified for SAP HANA (B) to ensure compatibility and support. Network throughput (E) is important for data replication and client access. Option C is incorrect because the number of attachable EBS volumes is not a primary selection criterion for SAP HANA. Option D is incorrect because GPU capabilities are not required for SAP HANA.
What should I do if I get this PAS-C01 question wrong?
Identify which PAS-C01 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
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Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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