[Solved] Which advantage does deploying read replicas in AWS RDS primarily provide for database workloads? — Ans: Enhances read throughput by distributing read traffic | AWS

AWS - RDS and Relational Databases

Which advantage does deploying read replicas in AWS RDS primarily provide for database workloads?

AEncrypts data at rest without additional configuration

BIncreases write capacity on the primary database

CAutomatically backs up data to Amazon S3

DEnhances read throughput by distributing read traffic

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand read replicas
Read replicas are used to offload read traffic from the primary database.
Step 2: Identify the main benefit
They improve read scalability and reduce latency by distributing read queries.
Final Answer:
Enhances read throughput by distributing read traffic -> Option D
Quick Check:
Read replicas do not improve write capacity or backup automatically [OK]

Quick Trick: Read replicas improve read scalability, not writes [OK]

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