OCP Backup And Recovery Practice Question
Which THREE tasks are performed by the 'RECOVER' command during a data file restore?
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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Applying archived redo logs.
It applies logs, verifies file status, and marks files as online.
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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Restoring the datafiles from backup.
Why it's wrong here
The 'RESTORE' command does this, not 'RECOVER'.
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Applying archived redo logs.
Why this is correct
Recovery involves applying logs to reach the desired point.
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Applying the online redo logs.
Why this is correct
Online logs are applied at the end of the recovery process.
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Creating new control files.
Why it's wrong here
Control files are recreated with 'CREATE CONTROLFILE'.
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Verifying the headers of the datafiles.
Why this is correct
The recover command checks the integrity of the datafiles during the application of logs.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Oracle exam blueprint
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