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Terraform Associate Exam - Question 3


How is the Terraform remote backend different than other state backends such as S3, Consul, etc.?

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Correct Answer: A

The Terraform remote backend is unique because it can execute Terraform runs on dedicated infrastructure either on premises or in Terraform Cloud. This feature distinguishes it from other state backends like S3 or Consul, which only store state snapshots but don't have the capability to execute Terraform runs.

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softarts
May 16, 2022

I take A

Zam88
Jun 20, 2022

Backends define where Terraform's state snapshots are stored. A given Terraform configuration can either specify a backend, integrate with Terraform Cloud, or do neither and default to storing state locally. correct A

EltoothOption: A
Jun 30, 2022

A is correct answer.

Zam88Option: A
Jun 20, 2022

A is correct

JananOption: A
Aug 5, 2022

A is the answer

Atta33
Nov 28, 2022

A is correct

pangchnOption: A
May 15, 2024

The remote backend is unique among all other Terraform backends because it can both store state snapshots and execute operations for HCP Terraform's CLI-driven run workflow. It used to be called an "enhanced" backend ref https://developer.hashicorp.com/terraform/language/settings/backends/remote

erifOption: A
Oct 7, 2024

The correct answer is A. It can execute Terraform runs on dedicated infrastructure on premises or in Terraform Cloud. The Terraform remote backend differs from other state backends like S3 or Consul in that it provides the ability to execute Terraform runs remotely on dedicated infrastructure, either in Terraform Cloud or on Terraform Enterprise (on-premises). This allows for remote plan and apply operations, unlike backends such as S3 or Consul, which are used solely for storing state files but do not handle the execution of Terraform runs. Options B and C are incorrect: B: The output of terraform apply can still be viewed locally even with a remote backend. C: While certain features of Terraform Cloud require a paid subscription, the remote backend itself is available in both free and paid versions.

Atta33Option: A
Oct 7, 2022

A is correct

Anderson01
Nov 2, 2022

why not C? should be multiple choices, right?

30th
Jun 26, 2024

There is a limited free tier.

stalosOption: A
Nov 25, 2022

It is A

ericitaqueraOption: A
Feb 10, 2023

B and C are incorrect. Correct A

meriadoc71
Apr 19, 2023

From ChatGPT seems that the D is the correct answer.

joyboy23
Jul 6, 2023

Well, answer this: ChatGPT is 100% trusted source. a. False b. False

wsyhOption: A
May 13, 2023

Vote A

Busi57Option: A
Jul 23, 2023

i take A

Jayanth
Jul 28, 2023

A. It can execute Terraform runs on dedicated infrastructure on premises or in Terraform Cloud Most Voted

enookOption: A
Jan 2, 2024

I think A is correct.

liuyomzOption: A
Apr 23, 2024

A for sure

hrajkuma
Jul 12, 2024

vote for A