- A
Build
Build stage compiles and packages the application.
- B
Audit
Why wrong: Auditing is not a standard pipeline stage; it may be part of security checks.
- C
Source
Source stage checks out code from version control.
- D
Backup
Why wrong: Backup is not a pipeline stage.
- E
Monitor
Why wrong: Monitoring is not a typical pipeline stage; it is a post-deployment activity.
Question 639 of 997
CV0-004 Deployment Practice Question
This CV0-004 practice question tests your understanding of deployment. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. 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.
A cloud architect is designing a CI/CD pipeline for a microservices application deployed on AWS EKS. The pipeline should include stages for source, build, test, deploy, and verify. Which TWO of the following are typical pipeline stages? (Select 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
✓
Build
Option A (Build) is correct because in a CI/CD pipeline for AWS EKS, the Build stage compiles source code, runs unit tests, and creates container images (e.g., using Docker) that are pushed to a registry like Amazon ECR. This stage is essential for transforming code into deployable artifacts for Kubernetes workloads.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
Build
Why this is correct
Build stage compiles and packages the application.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Audit
Why it's wrong here
Auditing is not a standard pipeline stage; it may be part of security checks.
- ✓
Source
Why this is correct
Source stage checks out code from version control.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Backup
Why it's wrong here
Backup is not a pipeline stage.
- ✗
Monitor
Why it's wrong here
Monitoring is not a typical pipeline stage; it is a post-deployment activity.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Cisco often tests the distinction between pipeline stages and adjacent operational activities; the trap here is confusing post-deployment tasks like monitoring or backup with the defined CI/CD stages (source, build, test, deploy, verify).
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
In a typical CI/CD pipeline for EKS, the Source stage pulls code from a version control system (e.g., GitHub, AWS CodeCommit) and triggers the pipeline via webhooks. The Build stage then uses tools like AWS CodeBuild or Jenkins to compile code, run static analysis, and produce a Docker image tagged with a unique version (e.g., commit SHA), which is pushed to Amazon ECR for later deployment.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
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
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the CV0-004 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. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. 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 CV0-004 question test?
Deployment — This question tests Deployment — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Build — Option A (Build) is correct because in a CI/CD pipeline for AWS EKS, the Build stage compiles source code, runs unit tests, and creates container images (e.g., using Docker) that are pushed to a registry like Amazon ECR. This stage is essential for transforming code into deployable artifacts for Kubernetes workloads.
What should I do if I get this CV0-004 question wrong?
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Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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