NetApp Certified Storage Architect (NCSA) — Question 11

When data is written to a snapshot, volume is stored __________. (Choose the best answer.)

Answer options

• A. on the base volume for that snapshot
• B. on the repository area associated with the snapshot’s corresponding image
• C. on the repository associated with the snapshot volume
• D. on the common repository for the snapshot group
• E. on a hot spare drive

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because data written to a snapshot is stored on the common repository for the snapshot group, allowing for efficient data management. The other options are incorrect as they refer to specific locations that do not represent the shared storage used for snapshots.