OCP Core Administration And Cdb Pdb Architecture Practice Question
What is the purpose of the 'CDB_ROOT'?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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To store system metadata
The CDB root manages system-wide objects and metadata.
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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To store system metadata
Why this is correct
The root is the central management container.
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To store PDB$SEED
Why it's wrong here
It contains it, but isn't defined by that.
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To store user data
Why it's wrong here
User data is typically in PDBs.
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To manage PDB recovery
Why it's wrong here
Recovery is managed by the RMAN in the root, but that's not its purpose.
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