IBM C1000-176 Real Exam Questions
The questions for C1000-176 were last updated at Nov 01,2025.
- Exam Code: C1000-176
 - Exam Name: IBM Cloud Advanced Architect v2
 - Certification Provider: IBM
 - Latest update: Nov 01,2025
 
Which infrastructure as code (IaC) approach defines the desired final state of the infrastructure?
- A . Declarative
 - B . Imperative
 - C . Interrogative
 - D . Exclamatory
 
How does IBM Cloud Kubernetes Service (IKS) support the deployment of microservices architecture?
- A . By providing a platform for installing and managing physical servers
 - B . Through managed Kubernetes clusters that simplify container orchestration
 - C . By offering unlimited storage for any type of application or service
 - D . Through dedicated bare metal servers for high-performance computing needs
 
What role does centralized monitoring play in a hybrid multicloud environment?
- A . It simplifies operations by providing a unified view across all cloud environments
 - B . It is less important than having a dedicated monitoring solution for each cloud provider
 - C . It increases the complexity and cost of cloud operations
 - D . Centralized monitoring is only necessary for single cloud environments
 
Which of the following is a recommended practice for securing API keys in IBM Cloud?
- A . Store API keys in source code repositories for easy access
 - B . Embed API keys directly into client-side code
 - C . Use IBM Cloud Key Protect to securely manage API keys
 - D . Share API keys over email with team members for convenience
 
How does adopting microservices architecture contribute to the portability of applications in hybrid multicloud environments?
- A . By increasing the complexity and dependencies on specific cloud services
 - B . Through the creation of tightly coupled application components
 - C . By facilitating easier deployment and scaling across different cloud platforms
 - D . By necessitating the use of specific programming languages and frameworks
 
When migrating complex workloads to VMs/VSIs on IBM Cloud, what is a critical consideration?
- A . Ignoring security and compliance requirements
 - B . Selecting the right VM/VSI sizes based on performance needs
 - C . Avoiding any form of data encryption during migration
 - D . Using only free-tier services for migration
 
What is infrastructure as code (IaC)?
- A . A method of provisioning IT infrastructure using descriptive code
 - B . A method for a cloud services provider to supply computing resources
 - C . Cloud computing components such as hardware, virtualized resources, storage, and networking
 - D . The process of collecting and analyzing data from IT infrastructure
 
What best describes the purpose of matching customer requirements with migration use cases to IBM Cloud?
- A . To ensure that the most expensive IBM Cloud services are utilized
 - B . To minimize the need for security and compliance in the cloud
 - C . To align the migration strategy with the customer’s business and technical needs
 - D . To avoid using IBM Cloud for complex migrations
 
When integrating a complex application landscape on IBM Cloud, which service facilitates the secure and scalable connection between applications, data, and services across different environments?
- A . IBM Cloud Direct Link
 - B . IBM Cloud App ID
 - C . IBM API Connect
 - D . IBM Cloud Satellite
 
Which tool is primarily used for automating the migration of virtual machines to IBM Cloud?
- A . IBM Cloud Paks
 - B . IBM Cloud Migration Services
 - C . VMware vRealize Automation
 - D . IBM Cloud Mass Data Migration Service