- A
Helm
Helm is a CNCF graduated project (graduated in 2021). It is a package manager for Kubernetes.
- B
Linkerd
Why wrong: Linkerd is a CNCF incubating project, not graduated. It is a service mesh, but it has not yet reached graduation.
- C
Kubernetes
Kubernetes is a CNCF graduated project (graduated in 2018). It is the container orchestration platform that started the CNCF.
- D
ArgoCD
ArgoCD is a CNCF graduated project (graduated in 2022). It is a declarative GitOps continuous delivery tool for Kubernetes.
- E
Prometheus
Prometheus is a CNCF graduated project (graduated in 2018). It is a monitoring and alerting toolkit.
Question 106 of 997
CNCF Graduated Projects List
This KCNA practice question tests your understanding of cloud native architecture. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. A key principle to apply: cNCF Graduated Projects. 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 TWO of the following are CNCF graduated projects? (Choose two.)
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
✓
Helm
All options except Linkerd are CNCF graduated projects. Helm graduated in 2021, Kubernetes in 2018, ArgoCD in 2022, and Prometheus in 2018. Linkerd remains in the incubation stage. Since the question asks for two, but all four are graduated, the correct choices should include any two of them; however, the question's marking originally limited to Kubernetes and Prometheus, which is outdated. Therefore, the correct options are A, C, D, and E.
Key principle: CNCF Graduated Projects
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
Helm
Why this is correct
Helm is a CNCF graduated project (graduated in 2021). It is a package manager for Kubernetes.
Related concept
CNCF Graduated Projects
- ✗
Linkerd
Why it's wrong here
Linkerd is a CNCF incubating project, not graduated. It is a service mesh, but it has not yet reached graduation.
- ✓
Kubernetes
Why this is correct
Kubernetes is a CNCF graduated project (graduated in 2018). It is the container orchestration platform that started the CNCF.
Related concept
CNCF Graduated Projects
- ✓
ArgoCD
Why this is correct
ArgoCD is a CNCF graduated project (graduated in 2022). It is a declarative GitOps continuous delivery tool for Kubernetes.
Related concept
CNCF Graduated Projects
- ✓
Prometheus
Why this is correct
Prometheus is a CNCF graduated project (graduated in 2018). It is a monitoring and alerting toolkit.
Related concept
CNCF Graduated Projects
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Candidates may be unaware that Helm and ArgoCD have graduated, thinking only Kubernetes and Prometheus are graduated projects. Be sure to keep up with the latest CNCF graduation announcements.
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
- CNCF Graduated Projects
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
CNCF Graduated Projects
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the KCNA exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. CNCF Graduated Projects Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this KCNA question test?
Cloud Native Architecture — This question tests Cloud Native Architecture — CNCF Graduated Projects.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Helm — All options except Linkerd are CNCF graduated projects. Helm graduated in 2021, Kubernetes in 2018, ArgoCD in 2022, and Prometheus in 2018. Linkerd remains in the incubation stage. Since the question asks for two, but all four are graduated, the correct choices should include any two of them; however, the question's marking originally limited to Kubernetes and Prometheus, which is outdated. Therefore, the correct options are A, C, D, and E.
What should I do if I get this KCNA question wrong?
Review cNCF Graduated Projects, then practise related KCNA questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
What is the key concept behind this question?
CNCF Graduated Projects
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Variation 1. Which TWO of the following are CNCF graduated projects? (Choose two.)
medium- ✓ A.Helm
- B.Linkerd
- C.Knative
- D.Envoy
- ✓ E.Kubernetes
Why A: Helm and Kubernetes are both CNCF graduated projects. Envoy is also a graduated project, but the question requires selecting only two; Helm and Kubernetes are the correct choices as per the exam objectives.
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Last reviewed: Jun 21, 2026
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