KCSA Kubernetes Cluster Component Security Practice Question
Which Kubernetes component manages the assignment of pending pods to healthy worker nodes based on resource availability and constraints?
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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kube-scheduler
The kube-scheduler evaluates scheduling requirements and binds pods to nodes.
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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kube-proxy
Why it's wrong here
Kube-proxy handles networking and iptables/IPVS rules.
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kube-scheduler
Why this is correct
The scheduler matches pending pods to nodes.
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kube-apiserver
Why it's wrong here
The API server validates and processes requests but does not run the scheduling algorithm.
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etcd
Why it's wrong here
Etcd is the data store.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official CNCF / Linux Foundation exam blueprint
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