TERRAFORM-ASSOCIATE-004 · Question #109
TERRAFORM-ASSOCIATE-004 Question #109: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is C: Before the apply phase. In a Terraform Cloud run workflow, the sequence is: plan → Sentinel policy check → apply. Sentinel policies are evaluated after the plan phase produces a plan output, but before the apply phase begins. This placement is intentional - it allows Sentinel to inspect the planned chan
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When does Sentinel enforce policy logic during a Terraform Cloud run?
Options
- ABefore the plan phase
- BDuring the plan phase
- CBefore the apply phase
- DAfter the apply phase
Explanation
In a Terraform Cloud run workflow, the sequence is: plan → Sentinel policy check → apply. Sentinel policies are evaluated after the plan phase produces a plan output, but before the apply phase begins. This placement is intentional - it allows Sentinel to inspect the planned changes and either pass, warn, or hard-fail before any real infrastructure is modified. Choosing 'before the apply phase' correctly identifies this checkpoint in the workflow.
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