200-901 Software Development and Design Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are valid branching strategies in Git? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the distinction between actual branching strategies (like GitFlow and Feature branching) and Git's internal mechanisms (like copy-on-write) or non-standard terms (like linear or monolithic branching) to see if candidates confuse implementation details with workflow models.
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
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GitFlow
GitFlow is a valid branching strategy that defines a strict model for managing releases, hotfixes, and feature development using dedicated branches like 'develop', 'release/*', and 'hotfix/*'. It is widely used in enterprise environments to maintain a clean history and support parallel development.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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GitFlow
Why this is correct
A comprehensive branching model with master, develop, feature, release, and hotfix branches.
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Feature branching
Why this is correct
A strategy where each feature is developed in a separate branch.
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Linear branching
Why it's wrong here
Not a standard term; Git branches are inherently non-linear.
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Monolithic branching
Why it's wrong here
This is not a recognized Git branching strategy.
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Copy-on-write branching
Why it's wrong here
This is a filesystem concept, not a Git branching strategy.
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