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If you launch an EC2 instance with a spot pricing model and the spot price exceeds your bid, what happens to your instance?

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AWS - EC2 Fundamentals
If you launch an EC2 instance with a spot pricing model and the spot price exceeds your bid, what happens to your instance?
AThe instance continues running without interruption
BThe instance is paused until the price drops
CThe instance is terminated automatically
DYou are charged the maximum bid price regardless
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand spot instance pricing behavior

    Spot instances run when your bid price is above the current spot price; if price rises above your bid, AWS terminates the instance.

  2. Step 2: Eliminate incorrect behaviors

    Spot instances do not pause or continue running if price exceeds bid; charges are based on spot price, not max bid.

  3. Final Answer:

    The instance is terminated automatically -> Option C

  4. Quick Check:

    Spot price > bid = instance termination [OK]
Quick Trick: Spot instances stop if price exceeds your bid [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Thinking spot instances pause instead of terminate
  • Assuming charges are max bid price
  • Believing instances run uninterrupted regardless of price

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