- A
Verify that the collection is listed in the 'dependencies' section of the execution-environment.yml under 'galaxy'.
Correct. The builder needs to know which collections to install.
- B
Add the collection to the 'additional_build_steps' section with a manual 'ansible-galaxy collection install' command.
Why wrong: Incorrect. This is not a standard practice and may lead to layer issues; the proper way is through dependencies.
- C
Include the collection in the 'build_ignore' list to skip it.
Why wrong: Incorrect. Ignoring the collection would result in it being missing from the execution environment.
- D
Change the base image to one that includes the collection pre-installed.
Correct. Using a base image with the collection already present avoids the installation step.
- E
Ensure that the collection is published to a configured Galaxy server and that authentication is correct.
Correct. If the collection is private, credentials must be provided.
EX294 Practice Question: Create content collections and execution environments
This EX294 practice question tests your understanding of create content collections and execution environments. The scenario asks you to isolate a root cause — eliminate options that address a different problem before choosing. 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 system administrator is troubleshooting an execution environment that fails to build. The error indicates that a required collection cannot be found. Which THREE of the following actions could resolve the issue?
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
Verify that the collection is listed in the 'dependencies' section of the execution-environment.yml under 'galaxy'.
Option A is correct because the 'dependencies' section under 'galaxy' in the execution-environment.yml file is the standard mechanism for declaring required Ansible collections. When the execution environment is built, ansible-builder reads this section and automatically installs the listed collections from the configured Galaxy server. If a required collection is missing, verifying its presence in this section ensures it will be included in the build.
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.
- ✓
Verify that the collection is listed in the 'dependencies' section of the execution-environment.yml under 'galaxy'.
Why this is correct
Correct. The builder needs to know which collections to install.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Add the collection to the 'additional_build_steps' section with a manual 'ansible-galaxy collection install' command.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. This is not a standard practice and may lead to layer issues; the proper way is through dependencies.
- ✗
Include the collection in the 'build_ignore' list to skip it.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Ignoring the collection would result in it being missing from the execution environment.
- ✓
Change the base image to one that includes the collection pre-installed.
Why this is correct
Correct. Using a base image with the collection already present avoids the installation step.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✓
Ensure that the collection is published to a configured Galaxy server and that authentication is correct.
Why this is correct
Correct. If the collection is private, credentials must be provided.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Red Hat often tests the misconception that 'build_ignore' can be used to skip problematic collections, but in reality it only excludes files from the build context and does not affect dependency resolution.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
The execution-environment.yml file uses a YAML structure where the 'dependencies' key under 'galaxy' accepts a list of collection names (e.g., 'community.general') or a requirements.yml file. During the build, ansible-builder invokes 'ansible-galaxy collection install' internally with the specified dependencies, ensuring they are installed into the execution environment's Python site-packages. A common subtlety is that if a collection is not published to a configured Galaxy server or if authentication fails (e.g., for private Automation Hub), the build will fail even if the collection is listed correctly.
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.
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
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: Verify that the collection is listed in the 'dependencies' section of the execution-environment.yml under 'galaxy'. — Option A is correct because the 'dependencies' section under 'galaxy' in the execution-environment.yml file is the standard mechanism for declaring required Ansible collections. When the execution environment is built, ansible-builder reads this section and automatically installs the listed collections from the configured Galaxy server. If a required collection is missing, verifying its presence in this section ensures it will be included in the build.
What should I do if I get this EX294 question wrong?
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Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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