Data 360 Consultant Data Cloud Overview Practice Question
How does Data Cloud integrate with Sales Cloud and Service Cloud to provide unified customer context without duplicating core CRM storage?
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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By utilizing zero-copy architecture and native CRM data streams
Data Cloud connects to Salesforce CRM via zero-copy data sharing or federated queries, allowing access to CRM data without unnecessary duplication.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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By utilizing zero-copy architecture and native CRM data streams
Why this is correct
Data Cloud leverages native CRM connectors and zero-copy integrations to access CRM data efficiently.
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By synchronizing records via bi-directional CSV FTP transfers
Why it's wrong here
FTP file transfers are outdated and not used for core CRM synchronization.
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By routing all CRM queries through an external middleware ESB
Why it's wrong here
Middleware ESB is not required for native Salesforce CRM integration.
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By copying all CRM records into local Salesforce object storage hourly
Why it's wrong here
Hourly copying causes unnecessary data duplication and storage bloat.
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