AWS provider Terraform Modules Practice Question
Which argument in a module block allows you to provide a custom name to the module instance?
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 label immediately following the 'module' keyword.
The module block itself uses the label to name the instance, but the 'source' argument defines the location.
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 label immediately following the 'module' keyword.
Why this is correct
The identifier after 'module' serves as the instance name for referencing.
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'name'
Why it's wrong here
There is no 'name' argument in the module block.
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'instance_name'
Why it's wrong here
This is not a valid argument.
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'alias'
Why it's wrong here
'alias' is used for providers, not modules.
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