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SPLK-1001 Practice Question: Which TWO of the following are best practices…
Which TWO of the following are best practices when creating a data model in Splunk? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Many exam-takers confuse 'calculated fields' as always beneficial for reducing search complexity, but Splunk explicitly warns that excessive calculated fields can harm performance and are not a best practice for data model design.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Test the data model on a sample of data before deploying widely.
Testing a data model on a sample of data before deploying widely validates that the root events, fields, and constraints produce accurate and expected results. This practice prevents performance degradation and incorrect reporting in production by catching issues like missing fields or overly broad constraints early, aligning with Splunk's recommended iterative development approach.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Test the data model on a sample of data before deploying widely.
Why this is correct
Testing ensures the data model works as expected.
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Add many calculated fields to reduce the need for extra searches.
Why it's wrong here
Calculated fields increase search-time overhead.
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Only create data models after a search is written to confirm the need.
Why it's wrong here
Data models can be proactive; they don't require prior searches.
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Use descriptive names for root events and fields.
Why this is correct
Descriptive names improve usability and clarity.
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Include as many constraints as possible to filter events.
Why it's wrong here
Too many constraints can make the data model rigid.
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