OCP Core Administration And Cdb Pdb Architecture Practice Question
Which TWO actions should be performed before dropping a PDB?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Close the PDB
Close the PDB and ensure no active sessions remain.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Close the PDB
Why this is correct
Must be closed to drop.
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Perform a full backup
Why it's wrong here
Good practice, but not a requirement to drop.
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Shrink the datafiles
Why it's wrong here
Not required for dropping.
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Export all tables
Why it's wrong here
Not required for dropping.
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Check for active sessions
Why this is correct
Sessions prevent dropping.
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