COF-C03 Account Management and Data Governance Practice Question
Which feature in Snowflake allows you to track and audit all SQL queries executed across the entire account?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates often look for specific monitoring features or warehouse logs instead of recognizing the built-in QUERY_HISTORY table function and view as the primary auditing mechanism.
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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QUERY_HISTORY.
The QUERY_HISTORY table function and the ACCOUNT_USAGE.QUERY_HISTORY view are the primary methods for auditing query activity. These objects record every query submitted, who submitted it, the warehouse used, and the execution time. This is critical for data governance because it provides a forensic trail for compliance, troubleshooting, and understanding how data is accessed and modified over time by different users.
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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ACCESS_HISTORY.
Why it's wrong here
ACCESS_HISTORY specifically tracks data access patterns (e.g., which columns were queried) rather than the raw SQL text or execution metadata. While it is a key governance tool, it is not the primary mechanism for auditing the full execution of every query statement performed in the account.
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QUERY_HISTORY.
Why this is correct
The QUERY_HISTORY view (and corresponding table function) captures the full SQL statement, the user, the start/end times, and the warehouse used for every query. It is the comprehensive source for auditing account-wide query activity and is essential for security auditing and performance monitoring tasks.
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SESSION_HISTORY.
Why it's wrong here
SESSION_HISTORY provides information about user sessions, such as login times and connection details. It does not contain information about the individual SQL queries executed during those sessions. Therefore, it is not suitable for auditing the specific content of queries or analyzing query-level data usage.
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DATA_TRANSFER_HISTORY.
Why it's wrong here
DATA_TRANSFER_HISTORY tracks the movement of data out of the Snowflake account to external locations. It does not log SQL query execution. This view is primarily used for monitoring data egress costs and compliance with data residency requirements, not for general query auditing or user activity tracking.
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