VMware vSphere 8.x Professional (VCP-DCV 2022) — Question 36

A development team has a recurring need to rapidly replicate hundreds of virtual machines (VMs) for load testing.
Which method should the team use to deploy the VMs?

Answer options

• A. Linked clones from a content library
• B. Instant clones using the vSphere API
• C. Full clones using vSphere Auto Deploy
• D. Full clones from a template

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, as instant clones created via the vSphere API provide a fast and efficient method for deploying VMs, suitable for scenarios requiring rapid scaling. Options A, C, and D involve methods that are slower or less efficient for the specific need for quick VM replication.