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CV0-004 Practice Question: Which TWO factors should be considered when…
Which TWO factors should be considered when choosing a cloud deployment model (public, private, hybrid)? (Select TWO.)
⚠ Common exam trap
CompTIA often tests the misconception that physical hardware attributes (brand, color, monitor count) influence cloud deployment decisions, when in fact the choice is driven solely by data governance, compliance, and operational requirements.
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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Data sensitivity and classification
Data sensitivity and classification (B) are critical because public cloud providers operate a shared responsibility model where the customer retains control over data classification and access policies, while the provider manages the infrastructure. Highly sensitive data (e.g., PII, trade secrets) often mandates a private or hybrid model to maintain strict network isolation and encryption at rest/in transit. Compliance requirements (C) such as GDPR or HIPAA impose legal obligations on data residency, audit logging, and breach notification, which may restrict the use of certain public cloud regions or require dedicated hardware, directly influencing the deployment model choice.
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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Number of monitors connected to the server
Why it's wrong here
Monitor count is unrelated to cloud deployment models.
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Data sensitivity and classification
Why this is correct
Sensitive data may require private cloud for tighter control.
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Compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)
Why this is correct
Regulations may mandate data residency or privacy controls.
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Brand of physical servers used
Why it's wrong here
Server brand does not influence deployment model choice.
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Color of server racks in the data center
Why it's wrong here
Rack color is purely cosmetic and irrelevant.
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