A database's daily backup failed. Previous backups were completed successfully. Which of the following should the database administrator examine first to troubleshoot the issue?

The correct answer is C. Event log. The event log is always the first place to look when a previously working process suddenly fails. Event logs capture timestamped error messages, warnings, and system events - including backup job failures with specific error codes and descriptions. This gives the administrator…

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ACPU usage
BDisk space
CEvent log
DOS performance

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Explanation

The event log is always the first place to look when a previously working process suddenly fails. Event logs capture timestamped error messages, warnings, and system events - including backup job failures with specific error codes and descriptions. This gives the administrator a direct, detailed account of what went wrong (e.g., permissions error, timeout, service failure) without guesswork. CPU usage, disk space, and OS performance are secondary checks that may be relevant after the event log narrows down the cause.

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#Backup failure#Troubleshooting#Database administration#Event logs

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