305-300 Full Virtualization Practice Question
Which command is used to start a VM that has been defined?
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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virsh start vm_name
virsh start vm_name boots the virtual machine.
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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virsh launch vm_name
Why it's wrong here
Not a valid command.
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virsh start vm_name
Why this is correct
Starts the domain.
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virsh boot vm_name
Why it's wrong here
Not a valid command.
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virsh run vm_name
Why it's wrong here
Not a valid command.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official LPI exam blueprint
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