AWS provider Provider Management Practice Question
How does Terraform resolve the version of a provider if the version is defined in both 'terraform' block and the 'provider' block?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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The terraform block takes precedence.
The 'required_providers' block in 'terraform' is the authoritative source for version constraints; the 'provider' block configuration does not dictate versions.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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The highest version wins.
Why it's wrong here
Terraform errors if constraints conflict.
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The terraform block takes precedence.
Why this is correct
Required_providers in the terraform block is the correct place for versions.
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The provider block takes precedence.
Why it's wrong here
The provider block does not control versions.
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It causes a syntax error.
Why it's wrong here
It is valid, but the provider block version argument is deprecated.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official HashiCorp exam blueprint
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