SALESFORCE-PD1 Process Automation And Logic Practice Question
When should a developer choose Flow Builder over an Apex Trigger for business automation?
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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When implementing straightforward record-triggered field updates declaratively.
Flow Builder is declarative and preferred for standard point-and-click record updates and screen interactions when complex custom code is unnecessary.
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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When implementing straightforward record-triggered field updates declaratively.
Why this is correct
Flow Builder is designed for declarative, point-and-click automation like record-triggered updates.
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When performing complex callouts to external REST APIs.
Why it's wrong here
Callouts from flows have limitations and Apex is typically favored for intricate callout integrations.
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When writing custom web service classes for external clients.
Why it's wrong here
Web service classes require Apex REST annotations.
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When processing millions of records nightly in batches.
Why it's wrong here
Batch processing requires Batch Apex.
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