GWS-ADMIN User Accounts Domains And Directory Practice Question
You are seeing a 'Domain already in use' error when adding a domain. What is the most likely cause?
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 domain is already verified in another Google Workspace account
A domain can only be registered in one Google Workspace account at a time; it must be removed from the other instance first.
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 domain is already verified in another Google Workspace account
Why this is correct
Google enforces domain exclusivity per workspace instance.
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The domain is a sub-domain
Why it's wrong here
Sub-domains can be added if the parent is verified.
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DNS is not propagated
Why it's wrong here
This causes verification failure, not an 'in use' error.
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You reached the domain limit
Why it's wrong here
The limit is very high (usually 600).
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Google Cloud exam blueprint
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