KCNA Cloud Native Architecture Practice Question
Which TWO statements are true about cloud-native architecture?
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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Infrastructure is treated as immutable
Immutable infrastructure (e.g., replacing servers rather than patching) ensures consistency and reduces configuration drift, a key cloud-native principle. Option D is correct because microservices in cloud-native architectures are designed to be independently scalable, allowing efficient resource use. Option A is wrong because cloud-native applications typically use microservices, not monolithic architectures. Option C is wrong because cloud-native environments favor automated scaling (horizontal pod autoscaling, etc.) over manual scaling. Option E is wrong because stateful components introduce complexity and are generally avoided unless necessary; stateless components are preferred for scalability and resilience.
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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Applications are typically monolithic for simplicity
Why it's wrong here
Cloud-native uses microservices.
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Infrastructure is treated as immutable
Why this is correct
Immutable infrastructure provides consistency.
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Manual scaling is the default approach
Why it's wrong here
Automated scaling is default.
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Services can be scaled independently
Why this is correct
Microservices allow independent scaling.
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Stateful components are preferred for performance
Why it's wrong here
Stateless is preferred.
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