Why Cloud Technology Is Transforming Business CLOUD-DIGITAL-LEADER Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a potential consequence of an organization ignoring technological advancements?

   • AInability to meet evolving customer expectations
   • BDecreased need for digital skills
   • CSimplified regulatory compliance
   • DAutomatic improvement in security posture
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2. 7application · medium

   A media streaming company experiences highly variable demand, with huge spikes during new content releases. The company wants to ensure it can handle these spikes without over-provisioning resources during normal times. Which cloud characteristic is most important for this company?

   • AStrategic value
   • BSecurity
   • CCost-effectiveness
   • DScalability
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4. 8expert · hard

   A company is choosing between two cloud providers. Provider A offers the lowest price but has limited data analytics capabilities. Provider B offers advanced AI and machine learning tools that could provide significant business insights, but at a higher cost. The company's goal is to use data to gain a competitive advantage. Which factor should be the primary consideration in the decision?

   • AThe total cost of ownership, including all associated costs
   • BThe provider's global reach and data center locations
   • CThe provider's compliance certifications
   • DThe provider's ability to support the company's strategic goals, such as using data for competitive advantage
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5. 9application · medium

   A company currently runs its own servers in a data center and is considering moving to the cloud. The CFO asks how the cost model will change. Which statement accurately describes a key difference between traditional IT and cloud computing in terms of cost?

   • ACloud computing converts capital expenditure to operational expenditure, allowing pay-as-you-go pricing.
   • BCloud computing requires a large upfront capital investment for hardware.
   • CCloud computing eliminates all IT costs because the provider pays for everything.
   • DCloud computing always results in lower costs than on-premises for any workload.
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6. 10foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a key component of the transformation cloud?

   • ALegacy system maintenance
   • BHardware procurement
   • CManual data entry
   • DData democratization
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