OCP Core Administration And Cdb Pdb Architecture Practice Question
Which THREE features are specific to the Multitenant architecture and distinguish a CDB from a non-CDB?
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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Shared background processes for all PDBs
Multitenant architecture relies on shared background processes, centralized data dictionary views (CDB_ views), and the ability to plug and unplug databases.
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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The use of a separate SGA for every PDB
Why it's wrong here
PDBs share the SGA of the CDB.
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The requirement for a unique SID for each PDB
Why it's wrong here
PDBs do not have individual SIDs; they share the CDB's SID.
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Shared background processes for all PDBs
Why this is correct
PDBs share the instance processes of the CDB.
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CDB_ prefix views for administrative monitoring
Why this is correct
These views are specific to the CDB/PDB architecture.
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The ability to use DBCA for PDB cloning
Why this is correct
DBCA is a core tool for multitenant management.
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