OCP Core Administration And Cdb Pdb Architecture Practice Question
When using 'Snapshot Carousel', how many snapshots can a single PDB retain?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Defined by MAX_PDB_SNAPSHOTS
The number is managed by the MAX_PDB_SNAPSHOTS parameter.
Answer analysis
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Fixed at 8
Why it's wrong here
This is not a hard-coded value.
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Defined by MAX_PDB_SNAPSHOTS
Why this is correct
This parameter governs the snapshot limit.
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Controlled by the OS
Why it's wrong here
Oracle manages this internally.
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Unlimited
Why it's wrong here
There is a hard limit.
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