Google PCA Manage implementation of cloud architecture Practice Question
A developer accidentally deleted a bucket in Cloud Storage. The bucket had object versioning enabled. How can the bucket and its objects be restored?
⚠ Common exam trap
Google Cloud often tests the misconception that versioning provides a safety net for bucket deletion, but versioning only protects objects within an existing bucket—it does not prevent or undo the deletion of the bucket itself.
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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Contact Cloud Support to restore the bucket from the undisclosed backup within a limited time window.
When a Cloud Storage bucket is deleted, even with versioning enabled, the bucket itself is removed along with its objects. Google Cloud does not provide a self-service restore option for deleted buckets; instead, it maintains an internal, undisclosed backup for a limited time (typically 7 days). Only Cloud Support can initiate the restoration process from this backup, making Option A the correct approach.
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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Contact Cloud Support to restore the bucket from the undisclosed backup within a limited time window.
Why this is correct
Google can restore deleted buckets within a short period.
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Restore the bucket from the Trash in the Cloud Console.
Why it's wrong here
No trash for buckets.
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Enable bucket lock and then undo deletion.
Why it's wrong here
Bucket lock prevents changes, not undo deletion.
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Use the gsutil ls -a command to list deleted buckets and gsutil cp to restore.
Why it's wrong here
gsutil cannot list deleted buckets.
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Introduction to Google Cloud Platform
Key term
Service
A service is a software component or system that performs a specific function and is available to be used by other programs or users over a network.
Key term
Cloud storage
Cloud storage is a service that lets you save data on remote servers accessed over the internet instead of on your computer's hard drive.
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