SPLK-1002 Transactions and Event Correlation Practice Question

Order the steps to set up a data input for monitoring a log file in Splunk.

Drag steps to the numbered slots on the right, or tap a step then tap a slot.

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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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Navigate to Settings > Add Data, then select 'Monitor' as input type, then specify the log file path, then set the source type and index.

Adding a file monitor involves selecting the input type, specifying the file, and configuring source type and index.

Answer analysis

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

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Navigate to Settings > Add Data, then select 'Monitor' as input type, then specify the log file path, then set the source type and index.
Why this is correct
This is the correct order because you must first access the data input configuration, then choose the monitoring input type, then point to the file, and finally define how to interpret the data.
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Navigate to Settings > Add Data, then specify the log file path, then select 'Monitor' as input type, then set the source type and index.
Why it's wrong here
This is incorrect because you must choose the input type (Monitor) before specifying the file path; otherwise, the interface may not accept the file path.
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Navigate to Settings > Add Data, then set the source type and index, then select 'Monitor' as input type, then specify the log file path.
Why it's wrong here
This is incorrect because source type and index configuration depend on knowing the file location and type; they should be set after specifying the file.
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Select 'Monitor' as input type, then navigate to Settings > Add Data, then specify the log file path, then set the source type and index.
Why it's wrong here
This is incorrect because you must first navigate to the Add Data menu before selecting an input type; the input type selection is part of the Add Data workflow.

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