- A
`ansible-galaxy collection install my_namespace.my_collection --server automationhub`
Why wrong: Incorrect syntax; server name must be a URL or defined in config.
- B
`ansible-navigator run --pp never --pull-policy missing -- ... `
Why wrong: `ansible-navigator` does not install collections.
- C
Configure `server_list` in `ansible.cfg` under `[galaxy]` with the Automation Hub URL and then run `ansible-galaxy collection install my_namespace.my_collection`.
Uses configuration to point to the private Automation Hub.
- D
`ansible-galaxy collection install my_namespace.my_collection --server https://automationhub.example.com`
Specifies the server URL directly.
- E
Download the tarball and place it in the `collections/` directory of the role path.
Why wrong: Not a standard installation method; collections are installed via `ansible-galaxy`.
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.
Which TWO of the following are valid methods to install a collection from a private Automation Hub?
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
Configure `server_list` in `ansible.cfg` under `[galaxy]` with the Automation Hub URL and then run `ansible-galaxy collection install my_namespace.my_collection`.
Option C is correct because configuring the `server_list` in `ansible.cfg` under the `[galaxy]` section allows you to define multiple Galaxy servers, including a private Automation Hub. Once configured, `ansible-galaxy collection install` will automatically use the specified server list to resolve and install the collection. Option D is also correct because the `--server` flag directly specifies the Automation Hub URL, overriding any default server configuration for that single command.
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.
- ✗
`ansible-galaxy collection install my_namespace.my_collection --server automationhub`
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect syntax; server name must be a URL or defined in config.
- ✗
`ansible-navigator run --pp never --pull-policy missing -- ... `
Why it's wrong here
`ansible-navigator` does not install collections.
- ✓
Configure `server_list` in `ansible.cfg` under `[galaxy]` with the Automation Hub URL and then run `ansible-galaxy collection install my_namespace.my_collection`.
Why this is correct
Uses configuration to point to the private Automation Hub.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✓
`ansible-galaxy collection install my_namespace.my_collection --server https://automationhub.example.com`
Why this is correct
Specifies the server URL directly.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Download the tarball and place it in the `collections/` directory of the role path.
Why it's wrong here
Not a standard installation method; collections are installed via `ansible-galaxy`.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Red Hat often tests the distinction between specifying a server via a keyword versus a full URL, and the fact that `ansible-navigator` is for execution environments, not collection installation, leading candidates to confuse command purposes.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
The `server_list` option in `ansible.cfg` supports multiple Galaxy servers with authentication tokens, allowing fallback or priority-based resolution. When using `--server`, the URL must include the protocol (https://) and the full path to the API endpoint (e.g., `/api/galaxy/`). The `ansible-galaxy collection install` command downloads the collection tarball from the server's API, validates its checksum, and extracts it into the correct namespace directory under `collections/ansible_collections/`.
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
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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: Configure `server_list` in `ansible.cfg` under `[galaxy]` with the Automation Hub URL and then run `ansible-galaxy collection install my_namespace.my_collection`. — Option C is correct because configuring the `server_list` in `ansible.cfg` under the `[galaxy]` section allows you to define multiple Galaxy servers, including a private Automation Hub. Once configured, `ansible-galaxy collection install` will automatically use the specified server list to resolve and install the collection. Option D is also correct because the `--server` flag directly specifies the Automation Hub URL, overriding any default server configuration for that single command.
What should I do if I get this EX294 question wrong?
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What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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