OCP Backup And Recovery Practice Question
Which RMAN command should you use to verify that your backup pieces are not corrupted?
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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VALIDATE BACKUPSET
VALIDATE BACKUPSET checks the integrity of the backup pieces.
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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VALIDATE BACKUPSET
Why this is correct
This is the specific command to check backup piece integrity.
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LIST BACKUP
Why it's wrong here
This just lists the backups.
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CROSSCHECK BACKUP
Why it's wrong here
This checks if the backup exists on disk, not if it is corrupted.
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RESTORE DATABASE VALIDATE
Why it's wrong here
This validates the datafiles themselves, not the backup pieces.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Oracle exam blueprint
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