SALESFORCE-PD1 User Interface Practice Question
A developer is writing a Visualforce page with custom controller logic and needs to ensure that database operations are executed transactionally. What happens by default when an unhandled exception occurs during a controller action method?
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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The entire transaction is rolled back.
All database changes in the transaction are rolled back automatically by the platform if an unhandled exception occurs.
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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The entire transaction is rolled back.
Why this is correct
Salesforce transactions are atomic; unhandled exceptions cause a full rollback.
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The user is redirected to the login page.
Why it's wrong here
Standard exception page is shown.
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Only partial records are saved; successful ones are committed.
Why it's wrong here
Visualforce transactions roll back entirely on unhandled exceptions.
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Changes are committed and an email is sent to the admin.
Why it's wrong here
Rollback occurs regardless of email settings.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Salesforce exam blueprint
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