KCNA Kubernetes Fundamentals Practice Question
Which two commands are valid for viewing information about pods in a namespace named 'production'?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many candidates confuse `kubectl logs` with `kubectl get` for viewing pod information, or they mistakenly think `kubectl get all` is a valid way to list pods, when it actually shows a broader set of resources and is not a direct pod-viewing command.
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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kubectl get pods -n production
`kubectl get pods -n production` retrieves a list of all pods in the specified namespace, which is a fundamental command for viewing pod information. Option E is correct because `kubectl describe pod <pod-name> -n production` provides detailed information about a specific pod, including events and configuration, within the given namespace.
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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kubectl logs pods -n production
Why it's wrong here
kubectl logs requires a pod name, not a resource type.
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kubectl get pods -n production
Why this is correct
Correct.
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kubectl get all -n production
Why it's wrong here
This shows all resources, but the question asks specifically for pods.
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kubectl run pod --image=nginx -n production
Why it's wrong here
This creates a pod, not views it.
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kubectl describe pod <pod-name> -n production
Why this is correct
Correct.
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