- A
Run gcloud builds submit --tag gcr.io/my-project/my-image .
This builds a container image and pushes it to Container Registry, which can then be used with gcloud run deploy --image.
- B
Run gcloud functions deploy my-function --source . --runtime nodejs16
Why wrong: This deploys a Cloud Function, not a Cloud Run service.
- C
Run gcloud app deploy --source .
Why wrong: This deploys to App Engine, not Cloud Run.
- D
Run gcloud run deploy --source . --region=us-central1
This command builds and deploys from source in one step.
- E
Run gcloud run deploy --image=gcr.io/my-project/my-image --region=us-central1
Why wrong: This deploys from a pre-built image, but if you haven't built it yet, it's not possible. However, if you have the image, it's sufficient. But the question asks for deploying from source, so you need to build first. So B and then C would be two steps, but B and C together are also necessary. But since the question asks 'which two commands or steps are necessary', both A alone or B+C are valid approaches. However, the answer expects two steps, so we'll choose A as one step, but actually A is one command. The question says 'two commands or steps', so they might be looking for B and C. Let's reconsider: The stem says 'deploy a Cloud Run service from source code in a local directory'. The typical two-step approach is build and deploy. A single command 'gcloud run deploy --source' does both, so it's one command. The question might be testing that you can use either approach. But since it says 'choose two', they likely want the two-step approach. So B and C are correct. But D and E are wrong. We'll go with B and C as correct.
Google ACE Deploying and Implementing a Cloud Solution Practice Question
This ACE practice question tests your understanding of deploying and implementing a cloud solution. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A developer wants to deploy a Cloud Run service from source code in a local directory. Which two commands or steps are necessary? (Choose two.)
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
Run gcloud builds submit --tag gcr.io/my-project/my-image .
gcloud run deploy with --source builds and deploys from source in one step. Alternatively, you can build a container with Cloud Build and then deploy, but the question asks for necessary steps. The --source flag handles both. gcloud builds submit is needed if you build separately. gcloud run deploy without --source expects a pre-built image. gcloud functions deploy is for Cloud Functions, not Cloud Run.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
Run gcloud builds submit --tag gcr.io/my-project/my-image .
Why this is correct
This builds a container image and pushes it to Container Registry, which can then be used with gcloud run deploy --image.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Run gcloud functions deploy my-function --source . --runtime nodejs16
Why it's wrong here
This deploys a Cloud Function, not a Cloud Run service.
- ✗
Run gcloud app deploy --source .
Why it's wrong here
This deploys to App Engine, not Cloud Run.
- ✓
Run gcloud run deploy --source . --region=us-central1
Why this is correct
This command builds and deploys from source in one step.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Run gcloud run deploy --image=gcr.io/my-project/my-image --region=us-central1
Why it's wrong here
This deploys from a pre-built image, but if you haven't built it yet, it's not possible. However, if you have the image, it's sufficient. But the question asks for deploying from source, so you need to build first. So B and then C would be two steps, but B and C together are also necessary. But since the question asks 'which two commands or steps are necessary', both A alone or B+C are valid approaches. However, the answer expects two steps, so we'll choose A as one step, but actually A is one command. The question says 'two commands or steps', so they might be looking for B and C. Let's reconsider: The stem says 'deploy a Cloud Run service from source code in a local directory'. The typical two-step approach is build and deploy. A single command 'gcloud run deploy --source' does both, so it's one command. The question might be testing that you can use either approach. But since it says 'choose two', they likely want the two-step approach. So B and C are correct. But D and E are wrong. We'll go with B and C as correct.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Trap categories for this question
Command / output trap
This deploys from a pre-built image, but if you haven't built it yet, it's not possible. However, if you have the image, it's sufficient. But the question asks for deploying from source, so you need to build first. So B and then C would be two steps, but B and C together are also necessary. But since the question asks 'which two commands or steps are necessary', both A alone or B+C are valid approaches. However, the answer expects two steps, so we'll choose A as one step, but actually A is one command. The question says 'two commands or steps', so they might be looking for B and C. Let's reconsider: The stem says 'deploy a Cloud Run service from source code in a local directory'. The typical two-step approach is build and deploy. A single command 'gcloud run deploy --source' does both, so it's one command. The question might be testing that you can use either approach. But since it says 'choose two', they likely want the two-step approach. So B and C are correct. But D and E are wrong. We'll go with B and C as correct.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A cloud solutions architect for a retail company is evaluating services for a new workload. The correct answer here reflects best practice for the specific scenario described — not a general cloud recommendation. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Cloud exam questions reward reading the constraint carefully: the same technology can be right or wrong depending on the use case.
Quick reference
Cloud Service Model Comparison
| Model | You Manage | Provider Manages | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| IaaS | OS, runtime, apps, data | Hardware, hypervisor, networking | EC2, Azure VMs, GCP Compute Engine |
| PaaS | Apps and data | OS, runtime, middleware, hardware | Elastic Beanstalk, Azure App Service |
| SaaS | Data and settings only | Everything else | Microsoft 365, Salesforce, Workday |
| FaaS / Serverless | Function code only | Infra, scaling, runtime | Lambda, Azure Functions, Cloud Run |
| CaaS | Containers and apps | Kubernetes, OS, hardware | EKS, AKS, GKE |
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What does this ACE question test?
Deploying and Implementing a Cloud Solution — This question tests Deploying and Implementing a Cloud Solution — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Run gcloud builds submit --tag gcr.io/my-project/my-image . — gcloud run deploy with --source builds and deploys from source in one step. Alternatively, you can build a container with Cloud Build and then deploy, but the question asks for necessary steps. The --source flag handles both. gcloud builds submit is needed if you build separately. gcloud run deploy without --source expects a pre-built image. gcloud functions deploy is for Cloud Functions, not Cloud Run.
What should I do if I get this ACE question wrong?
Identify which ACE exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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