CLO-002 Business Principles OF Cloud Environments Practice Question
A startup needs to rapidly deploy a web application. Which cloud service model allows developers to deploy code without managing the underlying servers?
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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PaaS
PaaS (Platform as a Service) provides the environment for developers to deploy code while the provider manages the OS and hardware.
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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PaaS
Why this is correct
PaaS allows developers to focus on the application layer while the cloud provider manages the runtime and infrastructure.
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IaaS
Why it's wrong here
IaaS requires management of the OS and runtime environment.
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On-premises
Why it's wrong here
On-premises requires full stack management.
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SaaS
Why it's wrong here
SaaS provides a fully finished product, not an environment for custom code deployment.
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None of the above
Why it's wrong here
PaaS is the standard answer for this requirement.
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