CKA Preparation and Study Resources 4

Question 1

Which kubeadm command is used to initialize a new Kubernetes control plane node?

Accepted Answer

kubeadm init

Answer

kubeadm create cluster

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kubeadm bootstrap

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kubeadm start master

Question 2

When studying RBAC for the CKA, which resource pair must you understand together to grant namespace-scoped permissions?

Accepted Answer

Role and RoleBinding

Answer

ClusterRole and ClusterRoleBinding

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ServiceAccount and Secret

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PodSecurityPolicy and Admission

Question 3

A study guide recommends practicing 'jsonpath output' with kubectl. Why is this skill important for the CKA?

Accepted Answer

It allows extracting specific fields from resource output for use in scripts or answers

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It is the only way to view Pod logs

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It replaces YAML manifests during the exam

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It is required for etcd operations

Question 4

Which simulator is often recommended as a paid resource that closely mimics the real CKA exam environment?

Accepted Answer

killer.sh CKA simulator

Answer

Udemy practice tests (multiple choice)

Answer

Linux Foundation's free sandbox

Answer

AWS Skill Builder

Question 5

What is the primary reason CKA candidates are advised to practice with vim or nano before the exam?

Accepted Answer

YAML manifests must be written and edited in a terminal text editor during the performance-based exam

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The exam blocks all other editors

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vim is required for etcd operations

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The exam grading script only reads vim files

Question 6

Which kubectl explain subcommand feature helps candidates quickly look up API field definitions without leaving the terminal?

Accepted Answer

kubectl explain <resource> --recursive

Answer

kubectl describe --api

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kubectl get --fields

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kubectl api-resources --verbose

Question 7

How many attempts are included in the CKA exam registration fee if a candidate fails on the first try?

Accepted Answer

One free retake

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No retake included

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Two free retakes

Answer

Unlimited retakes for 12 months