HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate — Question 195

Before you can use a remote backend, you must first execute terraform init.

Answer options

• A. True
• B. False

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The statement is correct because running terraform init is crucial for initializing any backend configuration, including remote backends. Without this step, Terraform will not be able to set up the necessary files and settings for remote operations, making option B incorrect.