SALESFORCE-PD1 Process Automation And Logic Practice Question
Which THREE criteria are best suited for choosing an Apex Trigger over a Flow?
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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Requirement for high-performance, low-latency execution
Complex bulk logic, heavy computational requirements, and performance-critical operations are best handled in Apex.
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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Requirement for high-performance, low-latency execution
Why this is correct
Apex is more efficient.
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High-volume bulk processing
Why this is correct
Apex is superior for high volumes.
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Simple field updates on the same record
Why it's wrong here
Flow is better for this.
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Sending a simple email alert
Why it's wrong here
Flow is better for this.
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Complex multi-object logic that exceeds Flow limits
Why this is correct
Apex handles complexity better.
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