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What does the Action element specify in an IAM policy for DynamoDB?

easy🧠 Conceptual Q11 of 15
DynamoDB - Security and Access Control
What does the Action element specify in an IAM policy for DynamoDB?
AThe allowed or denied DynamoDB operations
BThe AWS region where the table is located
CThe encryption method used by the table
DThe billing mode of the DynamoDB table
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand the role of Action in IAM policies

    The Action element defines which DynamoDB operations (like read, write) are allowed or denied.
  2. Step 2: Differentiate from other policy elements

    Other elements like Resource specify the table, but Action controls what can be done.
  3. Final Answer:

    The allowed or denied DynamoDB operations -> Option A
  4. Quick Check:

    Action = Allowed/Deny operations [OK]
Quick Trick: Action controls what operations are allowed or denied [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Confusing Action with Resource
  • Thinking Action specifies table location
  • Mixing Action with encryption or billing settings

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