AZ-305 Design data solutions

What is the recommended Azure approach to cache read-heavy relational workloads?

Multiple choice — select one answer

Answer choices

  1. a. Azure SQL Database
  2. b. ICMP (not recommended for production workloads)
  3. c. Azure Data Explorer
  4. d. Azure Cache for Redis

Architectural breakdown & explanation

Redis reduces database read load.

Correct answer(s): d. Azure Cache for Redis

Exam domain: Design data solutions (25% weight on the official guide).

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