Nokia Certified Associate – Bell Labs Learning Academy — Question 20

New virtual machines are deployed to support higher leak load for an existing VNF. What is this type of scaling called?

Answer options

• A. Spatial
• B. Data Center
• C. Vertical
• D. Horizontal

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Vertical, as it refers to increasing the capacity of a single instance by adding more resources. The other options do not apply in this context; Spatial generally refers to geographical distribution, Data Center pertains to physical infrastructure, and Horizontal scaling involves adding more instances rather than resources to existing ones.