Salesforce-Tableau-Architect Practice Test
Updated On 18-Sep-2025
105 Questions
During the troubleshooting of SAML authentication issues in Tableau Server, what is a common area to investigate?
A. The network bandwidth and latency between the Tableau Server and the SAML provider
B. The time synchronization between Tableau Server and the SAML identity provider
C. The storage capacity of the Tableau Server to handle SAML requests
D. The version compatibility of the web browser used to access Tableau Server
Explanation:
Why B is Correct?
SAML assertions are time-sensitive and typically valid for only a few minutes.
If the clocks on Tableau Server and the SAML identity provider (IdP) are not synchronized, authentication fails with errors like "Invalid timestamp" or "Assertion expired."
Tableau’s SAML Troubleshooting Guide lists this as a primary check.
Why Other Options Are Incorrect?
A. Network bandwidth: SAML exchanges are lightweight (KB-sized); latency rarely causes failures.
C. Storage capacity: Irrelevant—SAML operates via HTTP requests, not disk storage.
D. Browser version: While browsers must support SAML, mismatches usually cause clear errors (e.g., "Unsupported protocol").
Reference:
SAML 2.0 Core Specification (Section 2.3.2 on time conditions).
Final Note:
B is the most common SAML failure point. Always confirm time sync before investigating deeper (A/C/D).
In implementing a multi-node server upgrade for Tableau Server, what step is vital to secure a smooth upgrade process and maintain data integrity?
A. Disabling user access to Tableau Server until the upgrade is complete on all nodes
B. Conducting a full backup of the server before initiating the upgrade process
C. Immediately applying all available updates to the operating systems of the server nodes be-fore starting the upgrade
D. Removing less critical nodes from the cluster to simplify the upgrade process
Explanation:
Why B is Correct?
A full backup is non-negotiable before any major upgrade to:
Prevent data loss if the upgrade fails.
Enable rollback to the previous version if critical issues arise.
Tableau’s Upgrade Documentation mandates this as the first step.
Why Other Options Are Less Critical?
A. Disabling user access: Necessary during the upgrade but doesn’t protect data integrity.
C. OS updates: Important for security but secondary to backing up Tableau’s repository/data.
D. Removing nodes: Risky—may destabilize the cluster; upgrades should handle nodes sequentially.
Key Steps for a Safe Multi-Node Upgrade:
Upgrade nodes one by one (starting with the primary node).
Validate functionality after each node upgrade.
Reference:
Tableau’s Backup and Recovery Guide.
Final Note:
B is the only step that ensures recoverability. Options A/C/D are procedural but don’t safeguard against catastrophic failure. Always test backups before upgrading!
To ensure optimal performance of Tableau Server, what automated maintenance task is essential for managing disk space and server efficiency?
A. Automating the defragmentation of the server's hard drives on a weekly basis
B. Setting up a script to regularly clean up old logs and temporary files from the server
C. Configuring automatic updates for Tableau Server software and associated data drivers
D. Scheduling a complete server reboot to occur outside of business hours every day
Explanation:
Why B is Correct?
Logs and temporary files accumulate over time, consuming disk space and potentially degrading performance.
Tableau Server generates logs (e.g., vizqlserver.log, backgrounder.log) and temporary files (e.g., extract cache) that should be automatically purged based on retention policies.
Tableau’s Server Maintenance Guide recommends this as a critical task.
Why Other Options Are Less Effective?
A. Defragmentation: Unnecessary for modern SSDs/NVMe drives (Tableau Server should use these for optimal I/O).
C. Automatic updates: Important for security but doesn’t directly free disk space.
D. Daily reboots: Overkill—Tableau Server is designed for continuous uptime; reboots should be planned and rare.
Reference:
Tableau’s Log Retention Best Practices.
Final Note:
B is the only task that directly maintains disk efficiency. Options A/C/D address tangential concerns. Always test cleanup scripts in staging first!
In the context of SSL encryption for Tableau Server, what is an important consideration when renewing an SSL certificate?
A. Renewing the certificate with the exact same specifications as the old one to avoid configuration changes
B. Ensuring that the new SSL certificate is renewed and installed before the expiration of the current certificate
C. Switching to a different SSL protocol version during renewal for enhanced security
D. Temporarily disabling SSL encryption while waiting for the new certificate to be issued
Explanation:
Why B is Correct?
Certificate expiration causes immediate service disruption (browser warnings, connection failures).
Renewing before expiration ensures uninterrupted HTTPS access to Tableau Server.
Tableau’s SSL Certificate Guide mandates proactive renewal.
Why Other Options Are Incorrect?
A. Same specifications: New certificates may require updates (e.g., stronger key lengths, SANs).
C. Switching protocols: TLS versions (e.g., 1.2 → 1.3) are configured separately from certificates.
D. Disabling SSL: Creates security risks—always use a valid certificate..
Reference:
NIST IR 7966: Recommends certificate lifecycle management to prevent outages.
Final Note:
B is the only fail-safe approach. Letting certificates expire (or disabling SSL) risks downtime and security breaches.
What is a crucial consideration when recommending a load testing strategy for a newly deployed Tableau Server environment?
A. Testing with the maximum number of users simultaneously to assess the peak performance capacity
B. Focusing solely on the load time of the most complex dashboards available on the server
C. Conducting tests only during off-peak hours to minimize the impact on regular users
D. Limiting the testing to only a few selected reports to reduce the load on the server
Explanation:
Why A is Correct?
Load testing with maximum concurrent users is essential to:
Identify performance bottlenecks (e.g., CPU, memory, or network limits).
Validate scalability under peak demand (e.g., can the server handle 1,000+ users?).
Ensure stability before real users encounter failures.
Tableau’s Performance Testing Guide recommends simulating realistic peak loads.
Why Other Options Are Inadequate?
B. Focusing only on complex dashboards: Ignores system-wide performance (e.g., login storms, extract refreshes).
C. Testing only off-peak: Misses real-world stress scenarios.
D. Limiting to a few reports: Doesn’t reflect typical usage patterns.
Best Practices for Load Testing:
Ramp-up gradually: Start with 100 users, increase to max capacity.
Mix activities: Dashboard views, publishes, extracts.
Monitor metrics: Response times, error rates, resource usage.
Reference:
NIST SP 800-146: Stresses testing under "worst-case" loads.
Final Note:
A is the only strategy that ensures readiness for production. Options B-D risk undiscovered failures during actual peak usage
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