Google Cloud Associate Data Practitioner — Question 24

Your organization needs to store historical customer order data. The data will only be accessed once a month for analysis and must be readily available within a few seconds when it is accessed. You need to choose a storage class that minimizes storage costs while ensuring that the data can be retrieved quickly. What should you do?

Answer options

• A. Store the data in Cloud Storage using Nearline storage.
• B. Store the data in Cloud Storage using Coldline storage.
• C. Store the data in Cloud Storage using Standard storage.
• D. Store the data in Cloud Storage using Archive storage.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct option is A, as Nearline storage is designed for data that is accessed infrequently, such as once a month, while still allowing for quick retrieval. Options B and D are less suitable because Coldline and Archive storage are intended for even less frequent access, which may lead to longer retrieval times. Option C is not cost-effective for infrequently accessed data, making it the wrong choice.