WorksheetsAZ900 MCQ 1
Total questions: 33
Worksheet time: 17mins
What is a Virtual Machine (VM) in Azure?
A physical computer hosted in your office
A virtualized computing resource that runs applications
An on-premises server
A database hosting solution
What is Azure Virtual Network (VNet) used for?
To host virtual machines
To create isolated networks in Azure
To store large amounts of data
To manage mobile applications
In Azure, which service allows you to run containers?
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure SQL Database
Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Active Directory
Which Azure service is designed to create, deploy, and manage Virtual Machines?
Azure Functions
Azure VM Scale Sets
Azure Blob Storage
Azure IoT Hub
What does the term “scalability” refer to in cloud computing?
The ability to increase or decrease resources as needed
The ability to run applications without an internet connection
The ability to change between different cloud providers
The process of securing data in the cloud
Which Azure service is used for storing large amounts of unstructured data?
Azure Blob Storage
Azure Cosmos DB
Azure SQL Database
Azure Kubernetes Service
Which of these is a global, fully managed database service in Azure?
Azure SQL Database
Azure Cosmos DB
Azure Blob Storage
Azure DevOps
Which Azure service enables serverless computing for event-driven applications?
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Functions
Azure SQL Database
Azure AD
In Azure, what is a Resource Group?
A collection of related resources that are managed together
A storage account for managing files
A database solution for applications
A networking solution
What does the term “elasticity” mean in cloud computing?
The ability to remove all resources when needed
The ability to automate processes
The ability to increase and decrease resources as demand changes
The ability to secure resources
Which Azure service is best for delivering cached content globally?
Azure Cosmos DB
Azure Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Azure Kubernetes Service
Azure SQL Database
What is Azure Active Directory primarily used for?
Storage of unstructured data
Hosting applications in the cloud
Identity and access management
Monitoring cloud applications
Which Azure service is used to automate and simplify workflows?
Azure Logic Apps
Azure Functions
Azure Virtual Network
Azure SQL Database
Which Azure service allows for automatic scaling of VMs based on demand?
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Load Balancer
Azure VM Scale Sets
Azure Kubernetes Service
What is Azure App Service primarily used for?
Data storage
Managing virtual machines
Hosting web applications
Networking
Which of the following best describes “economies of scale” in cloud computing?
Reduced costs per unit as the size of deployment increases
Ability to deploy resources in multiple regions
Increased costs per unit as the usage decreases
Fixed costs that do not vary with usage
What economic principle allows cloud providers to offer services at a lower cost due to increased demand?
Marginal cost pricing
Economies of scale
Cost of goods sold
Variable cost pricing
In cloud computing, what does the “pay-as-you-go” model encourage?
Purchasing hardware in advance
Using resources only when needed to control costs
Using resources at a fixed monthly rate
Signing long-term contracts with cloud providers
Which of the following is a key economic benefit of cloud computing for businesses?
Higher upfront costs
Reduced operational flexibility
Lower infrastructure management costs
Mandatory long-term contracts
What does “on-demand self-service” mean in cloud computing?
Users must request all resources from IT administrators
Users can provision resources themselves as needed
Users can only use pre-configured resources
Resources are automatically provided on a weekly basis
In cloud computing, what type of cost is a traditional on-premises server considered?
Operational Expense (OpEx)
Capital Expense (CapEx)
Utility Expense
Variable Expense
Which of the following is an example of an Operational Expense (OpEx) in Azure?
Buying server hardware
Paying a monthly subscription for cloud storage
Installing on-premises software
Purchasing a firewall appliance
Why might a company prefer OpEx over CapEx in their cloud strategy?
Higher control over physical assets
Reduced scalability
Flexibility with minimal upfront investment
Long-term asset ownership
In cloud economics, which of the following best describes CapEx?
An expense based on monthly billing
A one-time upfront cost for physical assets
A variable cost that changes monthly
A flexible subscription model
How does moving to the cloud reduce CapEx for companies?
By avoiding the need for purchasing and maintaining physical servers
By increasing operational expenses
By adding more physical assets
By requiring long-term contracts
What does the “consumption-based pricing model” mean in Azure?
Fixed monthly fees regardless of usage
Paying based on actual usage of resources
One-time upfront payment for all services
Charges that vary only annually
Which Azure service is billed based on a consumption-based model?
Azure Storage
Azure Enterprise Agreement
Azure Reserved Instances
Azure Marketplace
What is a major benefit of consumption-based pricing?
Predictable fixed monthly costs
Charges only for used resources, helping manage costs
Long-term contract requirements
Reduced ability to control budget
What is the billing frequency for most Azure resources in a consumption-based model?
Annually
Monthly
Daily
Per-second or per-minute basis
Which of these best describes the difference between pay-as-you-go and reserved instances?
Pay-as-you-go is a monthly commitment, and reserved is a daily fee
Pay-as-you-go is based on consumption, while reserved offers a discount for a fixed commitment
Both are prepaid options
Reserved instances are free with enterprise accounts
Which of the following is an example of Software as a Service (SaaS)?
Microsoft 365
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure SQL Database
Azure DevOps
In Platform as a Service (PaaS), which responsibilities are managed by the cloud provider?
Infrastructure only
Application code and infrastructure
Hardware, OS, and some middleware
Hardware and application code
Which of the following describes Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)?
Complete applications provided by a third-party
Middleware and OS provided, while the customer manages the application
The customer manages everything except the underlying infrastructure
Full control over data centers and hardware
