- A
Run a T-SQL script to update statistics across multiple databases.
Elastic Database Jobs can execute any T-SQL script, including updating statistics.
- B
Collect metadata about databases and store it in a table.
Jobs can collect metadata by running queries and inserting results into a table.
- C
Create a new Azure SQL Database.
Why wrong: Creating a new database is not a job task; jobs are for running scripts on existing databases.
- D
Change the service tier objective (SLO) of a database.
Why wrong: Changing SLO requires ALTER DATABASE with appropriate permissions, but it is not a typical job task and is better done via Azure Automation or PowerShell.
- E
Rebuild indexes on all databases in an elastic pool.
Rebuilding indexes is a common maintenance task that can be automated with jobs.
DP-300 Configure and manage automation of tasks Practice Question
This DP-300 practice question tests your understanding of configure and manage automation of tasks. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. 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.
Which THREE actions can be performed by using Elastic Database Jobs in Azure SQL Database? (Choose three.)
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 a T-SQL script to update statistics across multiple databases.
Elastic Database Jobs in Azure SQL Database are designed to automate administrative tasks across multiple databases. Running a T-SQL script to update statistics is a common maintenance operation that can be executed in parallel across a target group of databases, making option A correct.
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 a T-SQL script to update statistics across multiple databases.
Why this is correct
Elastic Database Jobs can execute any T-SQL script, including updating statistics.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✓
Collect metadata about databases and store it in a table.
Why this is correct
Jobs can collect metadata by running queries and inserting results into a table.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Create a new Azure SQL Database.
Why it's wrong here
Creating a new database is not a job task; jobs are for running scripts on existing databases.
- ✗
Change the service tier objective (SLO) of a database.
Why it's wrong here
Changing SLO requires ALTER DATABASE with appropriate permissions, but it is not a typical job task and is better done via Azure Automation or PowerShell.
- ✓
Rebuild indexes on all databases in an elastic pool.
Why this is correct
Rebuilding indexes is a common maintenance task that can be automated with jobs.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
The trap here is that candidates may assume Elastic Database Jobs can perform any administrative task, but they are strictly limited to executing T-SQL scripts and cannot perform resource-level operations like creating databases or changing service tiers.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Elastic Database Jobs use a job agent that stores job definitions, targets (such as elastic pools or individual databases), and credentials in a control database. The job agent executes T-SQL scripts against each target database using a loop-back connection, enabling parallel execution and built-in retry logic. This is ideal for schema changes, index maintenance, and statistics updates across hundreds of databases without manual scripting.
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.
TExam Day Tips
- 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.
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How this comes up in practice
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What does this DP-300 question test?
Configure and manage automation of tasks — This question tests Configure and manage automation of tasks — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Run a T-SQL script to update statistics across multiple databases. — Elastic Database Jobs in Azure SQL Database are designed to automate administrative tasks across multiple databases. Running a T-SQL script to update statistics is a common maintenance operation that can be executed in parallel across a target group of databases, making option A correct.
What should I do if I get this DP-300 question wrong?
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