XK0-006 Automation, Orchestration, and Scripting Practice Question
A Linux administrator wants to run a container that stops automatically after the main process exits. Which Docker run flag should be used?
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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--rm
The --rm flag automatically removes the container when it exits, which is appropriate when the container should stop and be cleaned up after its main process finishes.
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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--stop-timeout
Why it's wrong here
--stop-timeout sets the grace period for stopping a container, but does not cause automatic removal.
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--restart=always
Why it's wrong here
--restart=always ensures the container restarts if it exits, which is the opposite of stopping after exit.
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--rm
Why this is correct
Correct. --rm removes the container once it stops.
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-d
Why it's wrong here
The -d flag runs the container in detached mode, but does not remove it after exit.
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In IT service management, a process is a structured set of activities designed to accomplish a specific objective, such as managing incidents or changes, by transforming inputs into defined outputs.
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Linux is an open-source operating system that manages computer hardware and software, widely used in servers, desktops, and embedded systems.
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