- A
ansible-navigator run playbook.yml --execution-environment my-ee
Correct. This command uses the full flag `--execution-environment` to specify the execution environment 'my-ee'.
- B
ansible-playbook -i inventory playbook.yml -e 'ansible_python_interpreter=/usr/bin/python3' --ee my-ee
Why wrong: Incorrect. `ansible-playbook` does not support execution environments; it runs playbooks using the local Python interpreter and cannot accept an `--ee` flag.
- C
ansible-runner run --ee my-ee playbook.yml
Why wrong: Incorrect. `ansible-runner` is used in automation controller and does not directly accept an `--ee` flag for running playbooks; it is not the standard user-facing command.
- D
ansible-navigator run playbook.yml --ee my-ee
Correct. This command uses the shorthand flag `--ee`, which is a valid alias for `--execution-environment` in `ansible-navigator run`.
EX294 ansible-navigator Practice Question
This EX294 practice question tests your understanding of create content collections and execution environments. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. A key principle to apply: ansible-navigator. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Which command runs a playbook using an execution environment named 'my-ee'?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"which command"Why it matters: Tests specific CLI syntax. Recall the exact command and its required context — near-synonyms and partial matches are common distractors.
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
ansible-navigator run playbook.yml --execution-environment my-ee
Both Option A and Option D are correct because `ansible-navigator run` supports both the full flag `--execution-environment` and its shorthand `--ee` to specify an execution environment. Option A uses the full flag, while Option D uses the shorthand; both are valid. Options B and C are incorrect because `ansible-playbook` does not support execution environments directly, and `ansible-runner` is a different tool typically used in automation controller environments, not directly for running playbooks with execution environments in the same manner.
Key principle: ansible-navigator
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
ansible-navigator run playbook.yml --execution-environment my-ee
Why this is correct
Correct. This command uses the full flag `--execution-environment` to specify the execution environment 'my-ee'.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "which command" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
ansible-navigator
- ✗
ansible-playbook -i inventory playbook.yml -e 'ansible_python_interpreter=/usr/bin/python3' --ee my-ee
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. `ansible-playbook` does not support execution environments; it runs playbooks using the local Python interpreter and cannot accept an `--ee` flag.
- ✗
ansible-runner run --ee my-ee playbook.yml
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. `ansible-runner` is used in automation controller and does not directly accept an `--ee` flag for running playbooks; it is not the standard user-facing command.
- ✓
ansible-navigator run playbook.yml --ee my-ee
Why this is correct
Correct. This command uses the shorthand flag `--ee`, which is a valid alias for `--execution-environment` in `ansible-navigator run`.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "which command" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
ansible-navigator
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Candidates may mistakenly think that only `--execution-environment` is valid, but `--ee` is an accepted shorthand. Additionally, they may confuse the commands `ansible-navigator`, `ansible-playbook`, and `ansible-runner`.
Trap categories for this question
Command / output trap
Incorrect. `ansible-runner` is used in automation controller and does not directly accept an `--ee` flag for running playbooks; it is not the standard user-facing command.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Execution environments are container images that bundle Ansible, collections, and dependencies, ensuring consistent execution across environments. `ansible-navigator` uses `ansible-runner` under the hood to manage container lifecycle, and the `--execution-environment` flag sets the `container_image` field in the runner configuration. In real-world CI/CD pipelines, specifying a tagged execution environment image (e.g., `my-ee:latest`) ensures reproducible playbook runs, avoiding dependency drift.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- ansible-navigator
- execution environment
- shorthand flags
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
ansible-navigator
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the EX294 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. ansible-navigator Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this EX294 question test?
Create content collections and execution environments — This question tests Create content collections and execution environments — ansible-navigator.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: ansible-navigator run playbook.yml --execution-environment my-ee — Both Option A and Option D are correct because `ansible-navigator run` supports both the full flag `--execution-environment` and its shorthand `--ee` to specify an execution environment. Option A uses the full flag, while Option D uses the shorthand; both are valid. Options B and C are incorrect because `ansible-playbook` does not support execution environments directly, and `ansible-runner` is a different tool typically used in automation controller environments, not directly for running playbooks with execution environments in the same manner.
What should I do if I get this EX294 question wrong?
Review ansible-navigator, then practise related EX294 questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "which command". Tests specific CLI syntax. Recall the exact command and its required context — near-synonyms and partial matches are common distractors.
What is the key concept behind this question?
ansible-navigator
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