What is the primary purpose of a CloudWatch Logs log group?

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ATo act as a container for multiple log streams

BTo store individual log events directly

CTo trigger alarms based on log data

DTo archive logs permanently

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand log group role
A log group is a container that holds multiple log streams, organizing logs by application or resource.
Step 2: Differentiate log streams and groups
Log streams are individual sequences of log events within a log group, not the group itself.
Final Answer:
To act as a container for multiple log streams -> Option A
Quick Check:
Log group = container for streams [OK]

Quick Trick: Log groups hold streams; streams hold logs [OK]

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