DynamoDB - Cost Optimization and MonitoringAn auto-scaling policy has MinCapacity 5 and MaxCapacity 15, but scaling never goes above 5. What is a possible error?ACooldown periods are too longBAuto-scaling policy is attached to wrong resourceCTable is in a different AWS regionDTargetValue is set below 5Check Answer
Step-by-Step SolutionSolution:Step 1: Understand scaling limitsMin and MaxCapacity allow scaling between 5 and 15.Step 2: Identify why scaling stuck at 5If policy is attached to wrong resource, scaling won't apply correctly.Final Answer:Auto-scaling policy is attached to wrong resource -> Option BQuick Check:Wrong resource attachment blocks scaling = D [OK]Quick Trick: Attach policies to correct resource for scaling [OK]Common Mistakes:MISTAKESBlaming cooldown without checking policy attachmentMisunderstanding TargetValue as capacity numberAssuming region mismatch causes scaling failure
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