OCP 23ai New Features Practice Question
When using Blockchain Tables, what is the default behavior for rows that have reached their 'no drop' period?
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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Rows remain immutable until deleted manually
Blockchain tables prevent modification and deletion until the retention period expires.
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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Rows are moved to archive storage
Why it's wrong here
Oracle does not move them automatically.
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Rows are automatically purged
Why it's wrong here
Automatic purging requires manual or job-based intervention.
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Rows remain immutable until deleted manually
Why this is correct
The table protects rows until the retention period passes, but manual deletion is still restricted by the feature.
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Rows become updateable
Why it's wrong here
Blockchain rows are never updateable.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Oracle exam blueprint
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