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AWS SAP-C02 · Question 70 · Domain 3.5: Cost Optimization
A company wants to optimize its AWS costs. They have steady-state, predictable EC2 workloads that will run continuously for the next 3 years. They want the maximum possible discount and are willing to pay entirely upfront. Which pricing model should they choose?
A company wants to optimize its AWS costs. They have steady-state, predictable EC2 workloads that will run continuously for the next 3 years. They want the maximum possible discount and are willing to pay entirely upfront. Which pricing model should they choose?
Answer options:
A.
No Upfront Convertible Reserved Instances (1-year term)
B.
All Upfront Standard Reserved Instances (3-year term)
C.
EC2 Instance Savings Plans (1-year term)
D.
Spot Instances
How to approach this question
Identify the pricing model with the highest discount.
Full Answer
B.All Upfront Standard Reserved Instances (3-year term)✓ Correct
For steady-state, predictable workloads where flexibility is not needed, Standard Reserved Instances with a 3-year term and All Upfront payment provide the deepest discount available on AWS.
Common mistakes
Choosing Spot Instances for a workload that must run continuously without interruption.
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