OCP Core Administration And Cdb Pdb Architecture Practice Question
Which THREE states can a PDB reside in?
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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MOUNTED
PDBs can be MOUNTED, READ WRITE, or READ ONLY.
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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MOUNTED
Why this is correct
Base state after creation.
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RESTRICTED
Why this is correct
Wait, restricted is a mode, not a primary state.
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READ WRITE
Why this is correct
Normal operational state.
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SHUTDOWN
Why it's wrong here
This is not a PDB state.
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READ ONLY
Why this is correct
State for reporting or templates.
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