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Which DNS record type is used to point a domain to an IPv4 address?

easy📝 Configuration Q12 of 15
AWS - Route 53
Which DNS record type is used to point a domain to an IPv4 address?
AA record
BTXT record
CCNAME record
DMX record
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Recall DNS record types

    An A record maps a domain to an IPv4 address.

  2. Step 2: Match record to IP type

    MX is for mail, CNAME for aliases, TXT for text info; only A matches IPv4.

  3. Final Answer:

    A record -> Option A

  4. Quick Check:

    A record = IPv4 address mapping [OK]
Quick Trick: A record = IPv4 address, MX = mail, CNAME = alias [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Confusing MX with IP address record
  • Using CNAME instead of A for IP
  • Thinking TXT stores IP addresses

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