MySQL 8.0 Database Administrator — Question 4

Where is the default data directory located after installing MySQL using RPM on Oracle Linux 7?

Answer options

• A. /usr/mysql
• B. /usr/bin
• C. /etc/my.cnf
• D. /var/lib/mysql
• E. /usr

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as the default data directory for MySQL installations on Oracle Linux 7 is typically set to /var/lib/mysql. Options A, B, C, and E are incorrect because they do not represent the standard location where MySQL stores its data files.