- A
The control node does not have network access to the registry, so it cannot pull the image and falls back to the local 'latest' image.
Why wrong: Incorrect: without network access, ansible-navigator would fail with an error, not silently use a different image.
- B
An environment variable such as ANSIBLE_NAVIGATOR_EXECUTION_ENVIRONMENT_IMAGE overrides the configuration file, pointing to the old image.
Correct: environment variables take precedence over configuration file settings, causing the old image to be used.
- C
The pull policy 'tag' only pulls if the local image tag differs from the registry tag, and since the local image is 'latest', it compares to '1.2' and pulls, but something else prevents it.
Why wrong: Incorrect: the local 'latest' image is not relevant; the configured image tag is '1.2', which is not local, so 'tag' policy should pull it.
- D
The image was rebuilt with a different tag than '1.2', so the registry does not have that tag.
Why wrong: Incorrect: the scenario states they pushed it as '1.2', so that tag exists in the registry.
EX294 Practice Question: Create content collections and execution environments
This EX294 practice question tests your understanding of create content collections and execution environments. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. 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.
A DevOps team maintains an Ansible environment using execution environments. They have been using a local execution environment image named 'custom-ee:latest' built with ansible-builder. Recently, they updated the requirements.yml file to include a new collection from Automation Hub. They rebuilt the execution environment using ansible-builder and pushed it to their private registry as 'registry.internal/custom-ee:1.2'. However, when running ansible-navigator on a control node, it still uses the old local image and does not pull the updated one. The ansible-navigator configuration file (ansible-navigator.yml) specifies:
execution-environment: image: registry.internal/custom-ee:1.2
enabled: true
pull: policy: tag
The control node has no prior local image with that tag. What is the most likely reason the new image is not being used?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"most likely"Why it matters: Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
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
An environment variable such as ANSIBLE_NAVIGATOR_EXECUTION_ENVIRONMENT_IMAGE overrides the configuration file, pointing to the old image.
Option C is correct because environment variables override settings in ansible-navigator.yml. The ANSIBLE_NAVIGATOR_EXECUTION_ENVIRONMENT_IMAGE variable likely points to the old image tag. Option A is incorrect because 'tag' policy would pull if the tag differs from local, but no local image exists so it should pull. Option B is a possible cause but would result in a pull failure, not using the old image. Option D is unlikely as the image was pushed with the correct tag.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
The control node does not have network access to the registry, so it cannot pull the image and falls back to the local 'latest' image.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: without network access, ansible-navigator would fail with an error, not silently use a different image.
- ✓
An environment variable such as ANSIBLE_NAVIGATOR_EXECUTION_ENVIRONMENT_IMAGE overrides the configuration file, pointing to the old image.
Why this is correct
Correct: environment variables take precedence over configuration file settings, causing the old image to be used.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "most likely" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
The pull policy 'tag' only pulls if the local image tag differs from the registry tag, and since the local image is 'latest', it compares to '1.2' and pulls, but something else prevents it.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: the local 'latest' image is not relevant; the configured image tag is '1.2', which is not local, so 'tag' policy should pull it.
- ✗
The image was rebuilt with a different tag than '1.2', so the registry does not have that tag.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: the scenario states they pushed it as '1.2', so that tag exists in the registry.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Trap categories for this question
Scenario analysis trap
Incorrect: the scenario states they pushed it as '1.2', so that tag exists in the registry.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- 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
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
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. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. 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 — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: An environment variable such as ANSIBLE_NAVIGATOR_EXECUTION_ENVIRONMENT_IMAGE overrides the configuration file, pointing to the old image. — Option C is correct because environment variables override settings in ansible-navigator.yml. The ANSIBLE_NAVIGATOR_EXECUTION_ENVIRONMENT_IMAGE variable likely points to the old image tag. Option A is incorrect because 'tag' policy would pull if the tag differs from local, but no local image exists so it should pull. Option B is a possible cause but would result in a pull failure, not using the old image. Option D is unlikely as the image was pushed with the correct tag.
What should I do if I get this EX294 question wrong?
Identify which EX294 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "most likely". Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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