OCP Backup And Recovery Practice Question
You are restoring a database and need to use a backup control file. Which clause is mandatory in the recover command?
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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USING BACKUP CONTROLFILE
The 'USING BACKUP CONTROLFILE' clause is required when you are not using the current control file.
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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WITH EXTERNAL CONTROLFILE
Why it's wrong here
Not a valid clause.
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USING BACKUP CONTROLFILE
Why this is correct
This is the required clause.
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RECOVER CONTROLFILE
Why it's wrong here
Not a valid clause.
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USING OLD CONTROLFILE
Why it's wrong here
Not a valid clause.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Oracle exam blueprint
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