- A
Network throughput (bytes in/out)
Why wrong: Network throughput is not a required metric for the given requirements.
- B
CPU utilization
CPU utilization is used for target tracking to maintain 60%.
- C
SQS queue depth (message count)
Queue depth is used to trigger scaling when it exceeds 100 messages.
- D
Memory utilization
Why wrong: Memory is not mentioned as a scaling metric in the scenario.
- E
Custom application metrics (e.g., request latency)
Custom metrics can supplement scaling decisions based on application performance.
Question 195 of 997
CV0-004 Operations and Support Practice Question
This CV0-004 practice question tests your understanding of operations and support. 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 engineer is configuring auto-scaling for a web application that experiences variable traffic. The application runs on virtual machines and uses a message queue for incoming requests. The scaling policy must ensure that the average CPU utilization stays around 60% and that the queue depth does not exceed 100 messages. Which THREE metrics should the engineer use for the scaling policies? (Choose three.)
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
✓
CPU utilization
The required metrics are CPU utilization, SQS queue depth (message queue length), and custom application metrics can be used for additional application-specific scaling. Memory and network throughput are not specified as requirements.
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.
- ✗
Network throughput (bytes in/out)
Why it's wrong here
Network throughput is not a required metric for the given requirements.
- ✓
CPU utilization
Why this is correct
CPU utilization is used for target tracking to maintain 60%.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✓
SQS queue depth (message count)
Why this is correct
Queue depth is used to trigger scaling when it exceeds 100 messages.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Memory utilization
Why it's wrong here
Memory is not mentioned as a scaling metric in the scenario.
- ✓
Custom application metrics (e.g., request latency)
Why this is correct
Custom metrics can supplement scaling decisions based on application performance.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Trap categories for this question
Scenario analysis trap
Memory is not mentioned as a scaling metric in the scenario.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
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.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- 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?
Operations and Support — This question tests Operations and Support — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: CPU utilization — The required metrics are CPU utilization, SQS queue depth (message queue length), and custom application metrics can be used for additional application-specific scaling. Memory and network throughput are not specified as requirements.
What should I do if I get this CV0-004 question wrong?
Identify which CV0-004 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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