PCPP2 Database Access Practice Question
When performing bulk inserts in PyMongo, which method is the most efficient?
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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insert_many
insert_many is designed to send multiple documents in a single batch to the server.
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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save
Why it's wrong here
save is deprecated and inefficient.
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Looping insert_one
Why it's wrong here
This causes excessive network round-trips.
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bulk_write
Why it's wrong here
bulk_write is for mixed operations (update/delete), not just inserts.
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insert_many
Why this is correct
insert_many is optimized for bulk operations.
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