SPLK-5001 SPL Search Proficiency Practice Question
Which THREE of the following are valid uses of the 'eval' command?
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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eval is_error = if(status>400, 1, 0)
Creating fields, string concatenation, and math operations are valid.
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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eval is_error = if(status>400, 1, 0)
Why this is correct
Logic function.
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eval new_field = field1 + field2
Why this is correct
Math operation.
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eval count by host
Why it's wrong here
Eval does not support grouping.
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eval filter status=200
Why it's wrong here
Syntax is invalid.
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eval full_name = first + " " + last
Why this is correct
String concatenation.
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