SALESFORCE-PD1 Process Automation And Logic Practice Question
What is the primary benefit of using Flow Builder over Apex triggers when implementing simple field validations?
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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Flows can be managed and updated declaratively without code deployment.
Flow Builder allows administrators and developers to build validations declaratively without writing and maintaining code.
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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Flows can be managed and updated declaratively without code deployment.
Why this is correct
Flows offer a declarative interface that reduces maintenance overhead and code dependencies.
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Flows bypass all system validation rules automatically.
Why it's wrong here
Flows respect system validation rules.
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Flows do not count against governor limits.
Why it's wrong here
Flow actions and queries still consume governor limits.
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Flows execute faster than compiled Apex triggers.
Why it's wrong here
Compiled Apex is generally more performant for complex, high-volume operations.
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