- A
VM1 gets at least 6 GHz, VM2 gets at most 8 GHz, but because the pool limit is 20 GHz and host only 12, VM2's limit is effectively 6 GHz after VM1's reservation
VM1's reservation takes 6 GHz, leaving 6 GHz for VM2, which is within VM2's limit of 8 GHz, so VM2 gets 6 GHz.
- B
VM1 gets at least 6 GHz, VM2 gets at most 8 GHz, and the remaining 4 GHz is divided by share
Why wrong: The remaining host capacity after VM1's reservation is only 6 GHz (12-6), not 4 GHz, so sharing doesn't apply.
- C
VM1 gets exactly 6 GHz, VM2 gets exactly 8 GHz, and the pool's reservation is ignored
Why wrong: Host only has 12 GHz, so VM2 cannot get 8 GHz; it gets 6 GHz.
- D
VM1 gets at least 6 GHz, VM2 gets at least 2 GHz due to pool reservation, and both use remaining as share
Why wrong: Pool reservation does not allocate additional resources; it only guarantees that sum of VM reservations is at least pool reservation.
VCP-DCV vSphere Performance and Scaling Practice Question
This VCP-DCV practice question tests your understanding of vsphere performance and scaling. The scenario asks you to isolate a root cause — eliminate options that address a different problem before choosing. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
An administrator configures a resource pool with a reservation of 10 GHz and a limit of 20 GHz. The pool contains two VMs: VM1 has a reservation of 6 GHz and no limit, VM2 has no reservation and a limit of 8 GHz. The host has only 12 GHz available. During peak usage, both VMs demand more than their shares. Which statement is true?
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
VM1 gets at least 6 GHz, VM2 gets at most 8 GHz, but because the pool limit is 20 GHz and host only 12, VM2's limit is effectively 6 GHz after VM1's reservation
Option A is correct. The resource pool has a reservation of 10 GHz and a limit of 20 GHz, but the host only has 12 GHz available. VM1 has a reservation of 6 GHz, so it is guaranteed at least 6 GHz. VM2 has a limit of 8 GHz, which means it cannot exceed 8 GHz. However, after allocating VM1's reservation, only 6 GHz remains on the host (12 - 6 = 6), which is less than VM2's limit of 8 GHz. Therefore, VM2 effectively gets at most 6 GHz. The pool's reservation of 10 GHz is satisfied because VM1 gets 6 GHz and VM2 gets 6 GHz (6+6=12 >=10). The pool's limit of 20 GHz is not relevant because the host capacity is the bottleneck. Option B is incorrect because the remaining 0 GHz (12 - 6 - 6 = 0) cannot be divided by share. Option C is incorrect because VM2 cannot get 8 GHz due to insufficient host capacity. Option D is incorrect because the pool's reservation does not guarantee additional resources beyond individual VM reservations; it only ensures the total allocated to the pool meets that level.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
VM1 gets at least 6 GHz, VM2 gets at most 8 GHz, but because the pool limit is 20 GHz and host only 12, VM2's limit is effectively 6 GHz after VM1's reservation
Why this is correct
VM1's reservation takes 6 GHz, leaving 6 GHz for VM2, which is within VM2's limit of 8 GHz, so VM2 gets 6 GHz.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
VM1 gets at least 6 GHz, VM2 gets at most 8 GHz, and the remaining 4 GHz is divided by share
Why it's wrong here
The remaining host capacity after VM1's reservation is only 6 GHz (12-6), not 4 GHz, so sharing doesn't apply.
- ✗
VM1 gets exactly 6 GHz, VM2 gets exactly 8 GHz, and the pool's reservation is ignored
Why it's wrong here
Host only has 12 GHz, so VM2 cannot get 8 GHz; it gets 6 GHz.
- ✗
VM1 gets at least 6 GHz, VM2 gets at least 2 GHz due to pool reservation, and both use remaining as share
Why it's wrong here
Pool reservation does not allocate additional resources; it only guarantees that sum of VM reservations is at least pool reservation.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the VCP-DCV exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this VCP-DCV question test?
vSphere Performance and Scaling — This question tests vSphere Performance and Scaling — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: VM1 gets at least 6 GHz, VM2 gets at most 8 GHz, but because the pool limit is 20 GHz and host only 12, VM2's limit is effectively 6 GHz after VM1's reservation — Option A is correct. The resource pool has a reservation of 10 GHz and a limit of 20 GHz, but the host only has 12 GHz available. VM1 has a reservation of 6 GHz, so it is guaranteed at least 6 GHz. VM2 has a limit of 8 GHz, which means it cannot exceed 8 GHz. However, after allocating VM1's reservation, only 6 GHz remains on the host (12 - 6 = 6), which is less than VM2's limit of 8 GHz. Therefore, VM2 effectively gets at most 6 GHz. The pool's reservation of 10 GHz is satisfied because VM1 gets 6 GHz and VM2 gets 6 GHz (6+6=12 >=10). The pool's limit of 20 GHz is not relevant because the host capacity is the bottleneck. Option B is incorrect because the remaining 0 GHz (12 - 6 - 6 = 0) cannot be divided by share. Option C is incorrect because VM2 cannot get 8 GHz due to insufficient host capacity. Option D is incorrect because the pool's reservation does not guarantee additional resources beyond individual VM reservations; it only ensures the total allocated to the pool meets that level.
What should I do if I get this VCP-DCV question wrong?
Identify which VCP-DCV exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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