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CV0-004 Practice Question: A cloud administrator wants to ensure that…
A cloud administrator wants to ensure that patches are applied to cloud workloads with minimal risk. Which TWO practices should the administrator follow? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
A common misconception is that manual control is safer than automation, but in cloud operations, automation with orchestration tools reduces risk by ensuring consistency and audit trails, while manual patching introduces human error and scalability issues.
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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Automate patch deployment using orchestration tools.
Automating patch deployment using orchestration tools ensures consistent, repeatable, and scheduled patching across cloud workloads, reducing human error and manual overhead. Option E is correct because testing patches in a staging environment first validates compatibility and identifies regressions before production deployment, which is a critical risk mitigation practice in cloud operations.
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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Automate patch deployment using orchestration tools.
Why this is correct
Automation ensures timely, consistent patching and reduces human error.
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Skip patches for legacy systems to avoid regression.
Why it's wrong here
Skipping patches leaves legacy systems vulnerable; they should be tested separately.
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Patch in production during peak hours to save time.
Why it's wrong here
Patching during peak hours increases risk of downtime and performance impact; it should be done in maintenance windows.
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Always apply patches manually to ensure control.
Why it's wrong here
Manual patching is error-prone and inefficient; automation is preferred.
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Test patches in a staging environment first.
Why this is correct
Testing in staging validates patches without affecting production workloads.
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