PDI Sample Questions Answers

This code is vulnerable to a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack, because it takes user-supplied input and outputs it directly back to the user without escaping the XSS-vulnerable characters, such as <, >, ", ', and &. By setting the escape attribute to false, the developer disables the anti-XSS filter that is enabled by default for most Visualforce tags. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious HTML or JavaScript code into the userInput parameter, which can then execute on the user’s browser and compromise their security or privacy. References:

• Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
• Security Tips for Apex and Visualforce Development
• Security Guidelines for Apex and Visualforce Development

 To make a Lightning web component available for a specific page type, such as the Account record page, the developer needs to do two things: expose the component and target the page type. Exposing the component means setting the  tag to true in the component’s metadata file (statusComponent.js-meta.xml). This makes the component visible in the Lightning App Builder and other tools. Targeting the page type means adding the  tag with the appropriate value in the same metadata file. For the Account record page, the value should be lightning__RecordPage. This specifies that the component can be used on any object’s record page. The  tag is optional and defines the display name of the component in the Lightning App Builder. The  tag should not be added to the component’s JavaScript file (statusComponent.js), as this is not a valid syntax and will cause an error. References:

• Configure Components for Lightning Pages and the Lightning App Builder from the Lightning Web Components Developer Guide
• Metadata for Lightning Web Components from the Lightning Web Components Developer Guide
• Lightning Web Components from the Salesforce Developer Center

To create test data within the unit test with the least amount of code, you can use Test.loadData to populate data in your test methods from a static resource containing test data. This way, you don’t have to write code to insert each record individually, and you can reuse the same data for multiple test methods. Test.loadData also allows you to specify the number of records to load, so you can easily test with 200 account records. Using the @isTest(isParallel=true) annotation in the test class does not affect the creation of test data, but it allows the test class to run in parallel with other test classes, which can improve performance. Using the @isTest(seeAllData=true) annotation in the test class is not recommended, as it makes the test methods rely on data in a particular organization, which can cause unexpected failures or inconsistencies. It is also a bad practice to use real data for testing, as it can expose sensitive information or cause unwanted side effects. References:

• Testing Best Practices
• Free Salesforce Platform Developer 1 Practice Exam (With Answers)
• Developer Best Practices Checklist

QUESTION: 130

The Job_Application__c custom object has a field that is a Master-Detail relationship to the Contact object, where the Contact object is the Master. As part of a feature implementation, a developer needs to retrieve a list containing all Contact records where the related Account Industry is ‘Technology’ while also retrieving the contact’s Job_Application__c records.

Based on the object’s relationships, what is the most efficient statement to retrieve the list of contacts?

A. [SELECT Id, (SELECT Id FROM Job_Applications_r) FROM Contact WHERE

Account.Industry = ‘Technology’];

B. [SELECT Id, (SELECT Id FROM Job_Applications_r) FROM Contact WHERE

Accounts.Industry = ‘Technology’];

C. [SELECT Id, (SELECT Id FROM Job_Applications_c) FROM Contact WHERE

Accounts.Industry = ‘Technology’];

D. [SELECT Id, (SELECT Id FROM Job_Application_c) FROM Contact WHERE

Account.Industry = ‘Technology’];

Answer: A

To query child records from a parent object, you need to use a subquery inside parentheses. The subquery should specify the fields to retrieve from the child object, and the relationship name to use. The parent object should be specified after the FROM clause, and any filter conditions on the parent object should be specified after the WHERE clause. In this case, the parent object is Contact, the child object is Job_Application__c, the relationship name is Job_Applications__r, and the filter condition is Account.Industry = 'Technology'.

The other options are incorrect because they use the wrong relationship name or syntax. Option B uses Accounts instead of Account, which is not a valid field on the Contact object. Option C uses Job_Applications_c instead of Job_Applications__r, which is not a valid relationship name. Option D uses Job_Application_c instead of Job_Applications__r, which is also not a valid relationship name. References:

• Trailhead: Write SOQL Queries
• Trailhead: Querying Data with SOQL
• Salesforce Developer Guide: Relationship Queries

The best way to implement this feature is to use an Account custom trigger. A trigger is a piece of Apex code that executes before or after a record is inserted, updated, deleted, or undeleted1. In this case, the trigger should execute before an Account record is updated and check if the Postal Code field has changed. If so, the trigger should query the postalCodeToTimezone_c custom object to find the matching Timezone value and assign it to the custom Account text field named Timezone. This way, the Timezone field will be updated automatically based on the Postal Code field.

An Account approval process is not suitable for this feature, as it is used to automate the process of approving records based on predefined criteria and actions2. An Account assignment rule is also not suitable, as it is used to assign ownership of Account records to users or queues based on criteria3. An Account workflow rule is not suitable either, as it is used to automate tasks, email alerts, field updates, and outbound messages based on criteria and evaluation rules4. None of these options can update the Timezone field based on the values in a custom object.

References:

• Apex Developer Guide - Triggers
• Salesforce Help - Approval Processes
• Salesforce Help - Assignment Rules
• Salesforce Help - Workflow Rules

A validation rule is a formula that evaluates the data in one or more fields and returns a value of true or false. Validation rules verify that the data a user enters in a record meets the standards you specify before the user can save the record. A validation rule can contain a formula or expression that evaluates the data in one or more fields and returns a value of true or false. Validation rules also include an error message to display to the user when the rule returns a value of false after the user attempts to save the record. In this case, a validation rule can be used to prevent users from editing opportunities that have reached the Closed stage by checking the value of the StageName field and displaying an error message if the user tries to save any changes. References: Validation Rules Salesforce Platform Developer 1 Exam Guide, page 6.

 To create a CreditcardPayment class that provides an implementation of an existing Payment class, the developer should use the extends keyword to indicate that CreditcardPayment is a subclass of Payment, and the override keyword to indicate that CreditcardPayment provides a different implementation of the makePayment method than the superclass. This way, the CreditcardPayment class inherits the properties and methods of the Payment class, but can also modify or add its own behavior.

The other options are not correct because:

• B. Public class CreditCardPayment implements Payment. This option is not valid, because the implements keyword is used to indicate that a class implements an interface, not another class. An interface is a collection of abstract methods that a class must define, but a class is a blueprint for creating objects that have properties and methods.
• C. Public class CreditCardPayment extends Payment. This option is not valid, because it does not use the override keyword to provide a different implementation of the makePayment method. Without the override keyword, the subclass would inherit the same implementation of the method as the superclass, which defeats the purpose of creating a subclass.
• D. Public class CreditCardPayment implements Payment. This option is not valid, because it has the same problem as option B. It uses the implements keyword instead of the extends keyword, which is incorrect for creating a subclass of another class.

References:

• : Inheritance
• : Interfaces

When deploying to a production org, all Apex code, including triggers, must have at least 75% test coverage. This means that at least 75% of the lines of code in each Apex class and trigger must be executed by unit tests. This is a requirement to ensure the quality and reliability of the code and to prevent any unexpected behavior or errors in production. Test coverage is calculated by dividing the number of covered lines by the total number of lines in each class or trigger. Test coverage can be measured by running tests in the Developer Console, the Salesforce CLI, or the Apex Test Execution page in Setup. Test coverage can also be viewed in the Code Coverage page in Setup or in the Problems tab in the Developer Console. Test coverage is different from test results, which indicate whether the tests passed or failed based on the assertions and expected outcomes. Test results do not affect the deployment, but they can help identify and fix any bugs or issues in the code. Test coverage and test results are both important aspects of testing Apex code and ensuring its functionality and performance. References:

• Testing Apex from the Apex Developer Guide
• Get Started with Apex Unit Tests from the Salesforce Trailhead
• Deploying Apex to a Production Organization from the Apex Developer Guide

A developer can execute tests in an org using different methods, depending on the context and the tools available. The Tooling API1 allows developers to run tests programmatically by making REST or SOAP calls. The Setup Menu2 provides a user interface for running tests in the Salesforce org. Salesforce DX3 is a command-line tool that enables developers to create, test, and deploy applications using scratch orgs, which are temporary and customizable orgs for development and testing purposes. References: 1: Tooling API | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers(https://cloudely.com/salesforce-interview-questions-with-answers/),  2: Run Unit Tests | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers(https://www.exam4training.com/what-are-three-ways-for-a-developer-to-execute-tests-in-an-org-choose-3/),  3: Salesforce DX | Salesforce Developers(https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/types-of-software-testing/)

A master-detail relationship is a parent-child relationship in which the master (parent) record controls certain behaviors of the detail (child) record, such as security, ownership, and deletion. A re-parentable master-detail relationship allows the detail record to be moved to a different master record, as long as the user has the appropriate permissions. This relationship implementation supports the requirements of calculating the total amount on an Order, calculating the line amount for each Line Item, and moving Line Items to a different Order. A lookup relationship is a looser association between two objects, in which the parent record does not control the behaviors of the child record. A re-parentable lookup relationship also allows the child record to be moved to a different parent record, but it does not support the automatic roll-up summary fields or cascade deletion that are needed for the requirements. Therefore, option A is the correct relationship implementation for the scenario. References: Relationships Among Objects | Salesforce Help, Cert Prep: Platform Developer I: Data Modeling

To implement the Apex method that is executed when a recommendation is rejected, the developer should keep in mind the following factors:

• The method must use the @Future annotation because it performs a callout to an external system, which is not allowed in synchronous Apex. The @Future annotation marks a method as asynchronous, meaning that it runs in a separate thread and does not block the main execution1.
• The method must use the @invocableMethod annotation because it is invoked from a flow that is triggered by the Einstein Next Best Action component. The @invocableMethod annotation enables an Apex method to be called from a flow, process, or REST API2.
• The method must be defined as static because it is annotated with @Future and @invocableMethod. Both annotations require the method to be static, meaning that it belongs to the class and not to any instance of the class3.

References:

• 1: Asynchronous Apex
• 2: Invocable Apex
• 3: Static and Instance Methods, Variables, and Initialization Code

The Apex method that is wired to the searchResults property should be defined as a static method with the @AuraEnabled(cacheable=true) annotation. This annotation enables the method to be called from the Lightning component and also allows the method to be cached by the Lightning Data Service. Caching the method improves the performance and user experience of the component, as it reduces the number of server requests and displays the data faster. The cacheable attribute should be set to true only for methods that return data that does not change frequently or does not depend on the user context. The term parameter should be used to filter the Opportunities based on the user input. References: Call Apex Methods, Improve Performance with Storable Actions, Prepare for Your Salesforce Platform Developer I Credential

Creating a test class to execute the business logic and run the test in the Developer Console is the best approach to ensure that the Apex class is working according to specification. Test classes are used to verify the functionality, performance, and security of the Apex code, and to provide code coverage for deployment. Test classes can also use assertions to validate the expected outcomes of the code. The Developer Console provides a user interface to create, run, and debug test classes, and to view the test results and code coverage1.

Including a savepoint and Database.rollback is not a valid approach to test the Apex class, as it is used to undo the changes made by the DML operations in a transaction2. This does not verify the functionality or performance of the Apex code, nor does it provide code coverage.

Including a try/catch block to the Apex class is not a sufficient approach to test the Apex class, as it is used to handle the exceptions that may occur during the execution of the code3. This does not verify the functionality or performance of the Apex code, nor does it provide code coverage. Moreover, a try/catch block should be used in conjunction with a test class, not as a replacement.

Running the code in an Execute Anonymous block in the Developer Console is not a recommended approach to test the Apex class, as it is used to execute arbitrary Apex code that is not saved as part of the application. This does not verify the functionality or performance of the Apex code, nor does it provide code coverage. Moreover, running the code in an Execute Anonymous block may have unintended consequences on the data and the application, as it does not follow the best practices of testing.

References:

• 1: Test Classes | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers
• 2: Savepoints and Rollbacks | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers
• 3: Exception Handling | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers
• : [Execute Anonymous | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers]
• : [Best Practices for Testing | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers]

 To use a custom exception, you can create an instance of the custom exception class and use the throw keyword to throw the exception. You can also optionally provide a custom error message or a chained exception cause as arguments to the custom exception constructor. The syntax for throwing a custom exception is:

throw new CustomException(optional_message, optional_cause);

Therefore, the options B and D are valid ways to fire the custom exception in Apex. The options A and C are invalid because they only create an instance of the custom exception class, but do not throw it. Also, the option C uses single quotes instead of double quotes for the error message, which is not allowed in Apex. References: You can find more information about custom exceptions in the Apex Developer Guide and the Apex Reference Guide on Salesforce’s official website. You can also read this blog post for a tutorial on creating and using custom exceptions.

The test method fails in the sandbox test framework because it relies on existing data in the sandbox, which may not be consistent or available for the test execution. The Apex test framework uses a separate test data context that is rolled back after the test execution, so any data that is queried or inserted by the test method must be created within the test method or by using the @testSetup annotation. The Execute Anonymous window, on the other hand, runs the Apex logic in the current user context and can access the existing data in the sandbox. Therefore, the Apex logic may succeed in the Execute Anonymous window but fail in the test framework. References:

• Apex Testing (Salesforce Developer Documentation)
• Isolation of Test Data from Organization Data in Unit Tests (Salesforce Developer Documentation)
• Free Salesforce Platform Developer 1 Practice Exam (With Answers) (Salesforce Ben)

A deployment script is a file that contains a series of commands or instructions to perform a deployment task, such as creating or updating metadata components, running tests, or validating changes. To run a script that deploys to a sandbox, the development team can use the following tools:

• Option A: VS Code. VS Code is a code editor that supports Salesforce development with extensions, such as Salesforce Extension Pack and Salesforce CLI Integration. VS Code allows the development team to write and execute deployment scripts using the Salesforce CLI commands or the SFDX commands palette. VS Code also provides features such as syntax highlighting, code completion, debugging, and source control integration.
• Option B: SFDX CLI. SFDX CLI is a command-line tool that enables the development team to interact with Salesforce orgs and perform various tasks, such as creating scratch orgs, retrieving and deploying metadata, running tests, and managing packages. SFDX CLI can run deployment scripts written in different formats, such as shell scripts, batch files, or JSON files.

References: The use of VS Code and SFDX CLI to run deployment scripts can be referenced in the Salesforce Platform Developer I learning documents, specifically in modules that cover Salesforce DX and deployment tools, such as:

• Get Started with Salesforce DX
• Deploy Changes to Orgs
• VS Code Basics

To check the code coverage of a class after running all tests, the developer should view the code coverage percentage of the class using the Overall Code Coverage panel in the Developer Console Test tab1. This panel shows the code coverage for each Apex class and trigger in the organization, as well as the overall code coverage. The developer can also view the line-by-line code coverage for a class by opening the class and selecting the All Tests option from the Code Coverage menu2. The blue lines indicate the lines that are covered by tests, and the red lines indicate the lines that are not covered by tests. References:

• 1: Testing and Code Coverage | Apex Developer Guide
• 2: Checking Code Coverage - Salesforce

 A developer can execute tests in an org using the following methods:

• Setup Menu: By browsing to setup->Apex Test Execution, the developer can select and run tests from the user interface1.
• SalesforceDX: By using the Salesforce CLI on the command line, the developer can run tests in an org using the force:apex:test:run command2. This command can also be used from Salesforce Extensions for VS Code or from within third-party continuous integration tools, such as Jenkins or CircleCI2.
• Tooling API: The developer can also run tests using the Tooling REST API. Use the /runTestsAsynchronous/ and /runTestsSynchronous/ endpoints to run tests asynchronously or synchronously3.

References:

• 1: Get a Refresh on Testing Unit | Salesforce Trailhead
• 2: Run Apex Tests | Salesforce DX Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers
• 3: What are three ways for a developer to execute tests in an Org?

Cascading delete operations occur when a record that has a master-detail relationship with another record is deleted, and the child records are also deleted as a result. This action may cause triggers to fire on both the parent and the child records, depending on the trigger definition and the operation type. For example, if a trigger is defined on the child object to execute after delete, it will fire when the parent record is deleted and the child records are cascaded. Similarly, if a trigger is defined on the parent object to execute before delete, it will fire when the parent record is deleted and before the child records are cascaded. However, updates to feed items, renaming or replacing a picklist entry, and changing a user’s default division do not directly cause triggers to fire, unless they are part of a larger transaction that involves a DML operation on a trigger-enabled object. References: Triggers and Merge Statements, Triggers and Recovered Records, Triggers

The correct answer is option C, which is the upsert statement. In Salesforce, when you have a custom object and want to insert new records and update existing ones using an external ID field, you use the upsert DML operation. The upsert statement either inserts or updates sObject records based on the value of a specified unique external ID field. References: The information can be referenced from the official Salesforce documentation and learning materials available on Trailhead. Specifically, it aligns with the objectives outlined in data modeling and management, as well as Apex programming basics where DML operations are discussed. Salesforce DML Operations

The correct implementation is option D, where the trigger is set to execute before the insertion of a Request__c record. It calls the validateRecords method from the RequestLogic class to check if certain conditions are met before allowing the creation of a new record. This ensures that validation occurs prior to record insertion, preventing the creation of records that do not meet specified conditions. References: The explanation can be inferred from knowledge on triggers and their execution context as per Salesforce developer documentation and learning materials available on [Trailhead](1(https://trailhead.salesforce.com/content/learn/modules/apex_triggers%29.

The optimal way to implement this feature is to build a flow with Flow Builder. Flow Builder is a tool that lets you automate business processes by creating flows that execute logic, interact with Salesforce, and call Apex classes. You can use Flow Builder to create a record-triggered flow that runs when an Account record is updated. In the flow, you can use a Get Records element to query the custom object based on the Postal Code field of the Account record. Then, you can use an Assignment element to assign the value of the Timezone field from the custom object record to the Timezone field of the Account record. Finally, you can use an Update Records element to save the changes to the Account record.

Option B is incorrect because an account assignment rule is used to automatically assign account owners based on criteria. It does not update other fields on the account record.

Option C is incorrect because a formula field is a read-only field that derives its value from a formula expression. It cannot be updated by the user or by a trigger.

Option D is incorrect because an account approval process is used to require approval from one or more users before an account record can be saved. It does not update other fields on the account record.

References: Flow Builder (Trailhead)), Record-Triggered Flows (Trailhead)), Account Assignment Rules (Salesforce Help)), Formula Fields (Salesforce Help)), Approval Processes (Salesforce Help))

In Salesforce, a controller and extension for a custom object on a Visualforce page can be specified using the  tag. The standardController attribute is used to associate the page with a standard or custom object, and the extensions attribute is used to specify an Apex class that extends the functionality of the standard or custom controller. The code snippet in option C, , correctly demonstrates this by associating the Visualforce page with a custom object named “Notice” and specifying an extension named “myControllerExtension”. References: You can find more information about controllers and extensions in the Visualforce Developer Guide and the [Apex Developer Guide] on Salesforce’s official website.

A. if (Schema.sObjectType.Contact.isUpdatable()) - This checks if the Contact object is updatable for the current user. B. if (Schema.sObjectType.Contact.fields.Is_Active__c.isUpdateable()) - This checks if the Is_Active__c field on the Contact object is updatable for the current user.

These checks should be performed before executing DML statements to ensure that security is not bypassed.

C and D are incorrect because: C. It only checks if the Contact object is accessible, not whether it’s updatable. D. Checking ownership does not necessarily enforce field-level and object-level permissions.

References:

• Apex Developer Guide
• Trailhead: Data Security

I also noticed that you sent me an image along with your question. It seems to be a snippet of code written in Apex, which is used for Salesforce development. It shows a public method named updateContact that accepts a Contact object as a parameter. Inside this method, there’s an assignment operation where Is_Active__c field of thisContact object is set to false. A try/catch block follows where an attempt to update thisContact record occurs within try; any exceptions caught during this process are handled in catch block. If an exception occurs during update operation, an error message string gets concatenated with exception’s message and displayed using ApexPages.addmessage.

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 A before-save Apex trigger on the Lead object can validate the email address using regular expressions or other logic and display an error message if it is invalid. This solution is efficient, scalable, and does not require any external dependencies or user intervention. References:

• [Apex Triggers]: Learn how to write Apex triggers to perform custom actions before or after changes to Salesforce records.
• [Validation Rules]: Learn how to use validation rules to check the accuracy of data before it’s saved to your database.
• [Approval Processes]: Learn how to automate the approval of records in Salesforce.
• [Lightning Web Components]: Learn how to build fast and reusable web components on the Lightning Platform.

The code snippet above is not bulkified, meaning it does not handle multiple records efficiently. It performs a SOQL query inside a for loop, which can quickly hit the governor limit of 100 SOQL queries per transaction. The best technique to avoid reaching the governor limit is to refactor the code above to perform only one SOQL query, filtering by the Set of opportunityIds. This way, the code will retrieve all the OpportunityLineItems related to the given opportunityIds in one query, and avoid unnecessary iterations and queries.

References:

• Apex Developer Guide on Bulkifying Code (1)
• Apex Developer Guide on SOQL For Loops (2)
• Apex Developer Guide on System.Limits Class (3)

 The given anonymous block of code is trying to update over 10,000 Case records in a single transaction, which will exceed the governor limit. In Salesforce, there are specific limits to prevent operations from consuming excessive resources. One of these limits is the total number of records processed in a transaction. If this limit is exceeded, the transaction will fail.

References: The related information can be found under the “Apex Governor Limits” section in Salesforce documentation and learning materials on Trailhead.

I also noticed that you sent me an image along with your question. It seems to be a piece of code displayed on a screen with a light background. It’s an Anonymous Block of Apex code for Salesforce. The code snippet involves updating case records with the status “Working”. There’s an evident syntax error as it tries to retrieve 50,000 records which exceeds governor limits. A try/catch block is used to handle exceptions during the database update operation.

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 Developer Edition orgs are free, fully-featured copies of Salesforce that are designed for developers to create and test applications. They have the same configuration as the production org, but with limited data and file storage. Developer Edition orgs are ideal for individual developers or small teams who want to work in their own orgs that are isolated from each other. Full Sandbox orgs are also copies of the production org, but they require a paid license and have a refresh interval of 29 days. Partner Developer Edition orgs are similar to Developer Edition orgs, but they have higher limits on data and file storage, as well as the number of custom objects and tabs. They are available only to Salesforce partners who are enrolled in the Partner Program. Developer Sandbox orgs are copies of the production org metadata, but they have very limited data and file storage, and a refresh interval of one day. They are useful for coding and testing in a disposable environment, but not for developing complex applications that require more resources. References:

• Certification - Platform Developer I - Trailhead
• SALESFORCE CERTIFIED PLATFORM DEVELOPER I
• [Developer Edition Orgs | Salesforce Trailhead]
• [Sandbox Types and Templates | Salesforce Trailhead]

Using the Database method with all or None set to false allows the developer to insert the Task records without throwing an exception if some of them fail. This way, the integration can read the task records that were successfully inserted, and the developer can handle the failed records in the trigger or elsewhere. The other options are either too disruptive to the business logic (A and C) or do not prevent the exception from occurring (B). References: Database Methods, Bulk Exception Handling, Trigger Exceptions

The best way to declare maxAttempts to meet the requirements is to declare it as a private static variable on a helper class. This will ensure that the variable is initialized only once per Apex transaction, and that its value is preserved and shared across trigger executions. A private static variable is a variable that belongs to a class and not an instance, and that can only be accessed within the class. A helper class is a class that contains common methods or variables that can be used by other classes or triggers.

References: The use of private static variables and helper classes can be referenced in the Salesforce Platform Developer I learning documents, specifically in modules that cover Apex basics and triggers, such as:

• Apex Basics & Database
• Apex Triggers
• Apex Testing

According to the order of execution rules, the first step that happens when a record is saved is the JavaScript validation on the browser, if the record contains any dependent picklist fields. This validation limits each dependent picklist field to its available values. No other validation occurs on the client side. The other steps happen later on the server side, after the record is submitted to the server. References:

• Triggers and Order of Execution, Apex Developer Guide, Section: Triggers and Order of Execution
• Learn Salesforce Order of Execution, Salesforce Ben, Section: Order of Execution from Developer Docs API v54

The most efficient way to ensure that the TotalJobs__c field on Account is kept up to date is to change it to a roll-up summary field. A roll-up summary field calculates values from related records, such as those in a related list1. In this case, the roll-up summary field on the Account object would count the number of ServiceJob__c records that are related to the Account via the partner_Service_Provider__c Lookup field. This is the simplest and most declarative way to achieve the requirement.

The other options are not valid because:

• Creating a record-triggered flow on ServiceJob__c would require more steps and logic than a roll-up summary field. A record-triggered flow would need to query the related Account record, update the TotalJobs__c field, and handle possible errors2. A record-triggered flow would also consume more system resources and limits than a roll-up summary field.
• Creating an Apex trigger on ServiceJob__c would require more coding and testing than a roll-up summary field. An Apex trigger would need to perform similar operations as a record-triggered flow, but with more complexity and less maintainability3. An Apex trigger would also consume more system resources and limits than a roll-up summary field.
• Creating a schedule-triggered flow on ServiceJob__c would not ensure that the TotalJobs__c field is kept up to date in real time. A schedule-triggered flow runs at a specified time or time interval, which means that the TotalJobs__c field could be outdated between the scheduled runs4. A schedule-triggered flow would also consume more system resources and limits than a roll-up summary field.

References:

• 1: Roll-Up Summary Field - Salesforce
• 2: Update Salesforce Records from a Flow
• 3: Inserting and Updating Records | Apex Developer Guide
• 4: Schedule-Triggered Flows - Salesforce

The with sharing keyword on the class declaration enforces the sharing rules that apply to the current user. This means that the user can only see and modify the records that they have access to based on the organization-wide defaults, role hierarchy, sharing rules, manual sharing, teams, and territories. The without sharing keyword, on the other hand, ignores the sharing rules and allows the user to access all records, regardless of ownership or sharing settings. This can pose a security risk and should be used with caution. The schema describe calls and the UserInfo Apex class do not directly affect the sharing rules, but rather provide information about the object and field permissions, and the user’s profile and role, respectively. These can be used to check the user’s access level, but not to enforce the sharing rules on the custom search tool. References:

• Apex Developer Guide: Using the with sharing, without sharing, and inherited sharing Keywords, pages 13-14
• Trailhead: Platform Developer I Certification Study Guide: Apex Basics and Database, unit 3

To declare variables that cannot change once a value is assigned, the developer can use the final keyword, which means that the variable can only be assigned a value once, either when declaring the variable or inside a constructor1. For example:

Java

// Declare a final variable and assign its value when declaring

final Integer creditAmount = 1000;

// Declare a final variable and assign its value in the constructor

final Integer debtAmount;

public MyClass() {

debtAmount = 500;

}

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The developer cannot use the static keyword to achieve the same effect, as static variables are not final by default. Static variables are used to store class-level information that is shared across all instances of the class, and they can be changed by any method in the class or by external classes2. For example:

Java

// Declare a static variable and assign its value in the class constructor

static Integer creditAmount;

public MyClass() {

creditAmount = 1000;

}

// Declare a static variable and assign its value in a static initializer

static Integer debtAmount;

static {

debtAmount = 500;

}

// Change the value of the static variables in a method

public void updateAmounts(Integer newCredit, Integer newDebt) {

creditAmount = newCredit;

debtAmount = newDebt;

}

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References:

• Using the final Keyword | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers
• Using the static Keyword | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers

The Limits class contains methods that return limit information for specific resources, such as the number of DML statements, the amount of CPU time, or the number of SOQL queries. There are two versions of every method: the first returns the amount of the resource that has been used while the second version contains the word limit and returns the total amount of the resource that is available. See Execution Governors and Limits1. References: 1: Limits Class | Apex Reference Guide | Salesforce Developers(https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.apexref.meta/apexref/apex_methods_system_limits.htm)

The @TestSetup annotation method is used to create records for every method in the test class. This method is executed before any test method in the class and the records created in this method are available to all test methods in the class. The records are rolled back at the end of the test class execution. If a test method modifies or deletes the records created in the test setup method, those changes are rolled back after each test method finishes execution. The next executing test method gets access to the original unmodified state of those records. This annotation method can reduce test execution times and improve system resource efficiency compared to creating records for each test method individually. References: Using Test Setup Methods, Free Salesforce Platform Developer 1 Practice Exam (With Answers), SALESFORCE CERTIFIED PLATFORM DEVELOPER I

 To avoid exceeding the view state limit of 170 KB12, the developer should implement pagination with a StandardSetController. A StandardSetController allows the developer to display a set of records in a Visualforce page with built-in support for pagination, sorting, and filtering3. By using a StandardSetController, the developer can limit the number of records that are displayed and stored in the view state at a time, and provide navigation buttons for the user to access the next or previous set of records.

The other options are not correct because:

• A. Use Lazy loading and a transient List variable. This option is not effective, because lazy loading means that the data is loaded only when it is needed, but it still requires storing the data in the view state. A transient List variable is not included in the view state, but it also means that the data is lost after each request and has to be queried again, which can affect performance and consistency.
• B. Use JavaScript remoting with SOQL Offset. This option is not recommended, because JavaScript remoting does not support pagination, sorting, or filtering, and requires additional JavaScript code to handle the callbacks and display the data. SOQL Offset is also limited to 2,000 records, and can cause performance issues when used with large data sets.
• C. Implement pagination with an OffsetController. This option is not optimal, because an OffsetController is a custom controller that uses SOQL Offset to implement pagination. As mentioned above, SOQL Offset has limitations and drawbacks that make it unsuitable for large data sets.

References:

• : Optimize the View State
• : Create More Complex Visualforce Pages with Increased View State Limit
• : StandardSetController Class
• : [Transient Keyword]
• : [SOQL OFFSET Clause]

The Salesforce Lightning Design System (SLDS) is a CSS framework that provides a look and feel that is consistent with Lightning Experience1. By incorporating the SLDS CSS stylesheet into the JavaScript applications, the developer can apply the same styles and components that are used in Lightning Experience, without having to rewrite the entire application or change the underlying logic. This is the quickest and most effective way to update the custom applications to match the Lightning Experience UI.

The other options are not as quick or effective as option A. Option B would require rewriting all the Visualforce pages as Lightning components, which would be time-consuming and complex, especially if the applications use a third-party JavaScript framework that is not compatible with Lightning Web Components. Option C is not valid, as there is no such attribute as enableLightning in the Visualforce page definition. Option D would enable the Visualforce pages to be accessed from Lightning Experience, Lightning Communities, and the mobile app, but it would not change the appearance or behavior of the pages to match the Lightning Experience UI. References:

• Style with Lightning Design System - Salesforce Developers
• Using the Salesforce Lightning Design System in Apps - Salesforce Developers

Quick Actions are the recommended way to create records with prepopulated values in Lightning Experience. They allow the developer to define the fields and values that should be populated when the user clicks the action. They also support different layouts and visibility rules for different profiles and record types. Quick Actions can be added to the page layout, the utility bar, or the global actions menu. References:

• [Quick Actions]: Learn how to create actions to automate common tasks and enhance the user experience.
• [Create Object-Specific Quick Actions]: Learn how to create quick actions that are specific to a particular object, such as creating a contact from an account.
• [Create Global Quick Actions]: Learn how to create quick actions that are not tied to a specific object, such as creating a task or logging a call.

The exception type that cannot be caught is the LimitException. This exception is thrown when some governor limit is exceeded (like SOQL query limits, number of records that can be processed in a transaction, etc.). Salesforce doesn’t allow developers to catch LimitException in order to maintain the multi-tenant environment and ensure that no single tenant consumes excessive resources. References: Exception Class and Built-In Exceptions, Free Salesforce Platform Developer 1 Practice Exam (With Answers), SALESFORCE CERTIFIED PLATFORM DEVELOPER I

Data Export is a service that allows you to export data from your Salesforce org to a CSV file. You can use Data Export to back up your data and attachments on a regular basis. You can define a Data Export scheduled job to run weekly or monthly, and specify the objects and fields to include in the export. You can also receive an email notification when the export is complete and download the zip file containing the CSV files from the Setup menu. References:

• Data Export Service from the Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I Exam Guide
• Export Data from the Data Loader Guide
• Export Data from the Salesforce Trailhead

The developer should use the lightning-input-field component to support the security requirements. This component respects the field-level security and sharing settings of the Salesforce org, and displays the appropriate data to different types of users. The other components do not have this feature, and may expose sensitive data to unauthorized users. References: Lightning Web Components Developer Guide), Secure Coding Guide)

Outbound messages are a way of sending information from Salesforce to external systems or applications in real-time when certain criteria or conditions are met. Outbound messages are sent as SOAP messages and can include fields from the record that triggered them. Outbound messages can be configured from Setup and do not require Apex code. Outbound messages can be associated with different automation tools in Salesforce, such as:

• Approval Process: This is a way of automating the approval of records based on predefined steps and actions. Approval processes can send outbound messages as part of the approval actions when the record meets the entry criteria and approval criteria.
• Workflow: This is a way of automating tasks and actions based on certain rules and criteria. Workflow rules can send outbound messages as part of the workflow actions when the record meets the rule criteria.
• Process Builder: This is a way of creating complex business processes and logic using a graphical interface. Process builder can send outbound messages as part of the process actions when the record meets the criteria node.

References:

• Setting Up Outbound Messaging (1)
• Outbound Message in Salesforce: Comprehensive Guide (2)
• Outbound Message Actions - Salesforce (3)

 Salesforce CLI is a command-line interface that lets you run commands to create, test, and deploy Salesforce applications. You can easily integrate Salesforce CLI commands into various CI tools, such as CircleCI, Jenkins, or Travis CI, to automate testing and deployment of Salesforce applications against scratch orgs. Salesforce CLI also supports the Salesforce DX development model, which enables source-driven development, team collaboration, and agile delivery. References:

• Continuous Integration | Salesforce DX Developer Guide
• Set Up Continuous Integration for Your Salesforce Projects | Salesforce Developers Blog
• Collaborate Using Continuous Integration Unit | Salesforce Trailhead

The error occurs because the code is not bulkified, meaning it doesn’t efficiently handle more than one record at a time. In Salesforce, there are governor limits that restrict the number of records you can process to ensure that no single operation consumes too many resources. In this case:

• Option C: Moving the DML that saves opportunities outside of the for loop will help in bulkifying the code to handle multiple records efficiently without hitting governor limits.
• Option D: Querying for existing opportunities outside of the for loop will also contribute to making sure that the code is bulkified and efficient.

References: Apex Developer Guide on Bulkifying Code (1

The value of the count field after inserting an Account with an initial value of zero is 2, because both the trigger and the workflow rule will increment the count field by 1. The order of execution for this scenario is as follows:

• The Account record is inserted with a count value of 0.
• The system runs the before insert trigger, which increments the count value to 1.
• The system saves the record to the database, but does not commit yet.
• The system runs the after insert trigger, which does not affect the count value.
• The system executes the workflow rule, which increments the count value to 2.
• The system updates the record again with the new count value.
• The system commits the record to the database.

The field update in the workflow rule is configured to not re-evaluate workflow rules, which means that the workflow rule will not be triggered again by the second update. Therefore, the count value will remain 2.

References: Triggers and Order of Execution, Workflow Field Updates, Learn Salesforce Order of Execution

Change sets are the native way to move metadata customizations between sandboxes and your production environment1. They have the following characteristics:

• Change sets can only be used between related organizations, such as those that are linked by a deployment connection2. You cannot use change sets to deploy metadata to unrelated organizations, such as those belonging to different customers.
• Change sets can only deploy metadata, not data. You cannot use change sets to transfer records, such as accounts, contacts, or custom objects records, from one organization to another2. To move data between organizations, you need to use a data loader tool or an API.
• Sending a change set between two orgs requires a deployment connection to be established between the source and the target org2. The deployment connection allows the source org to upload outbound change sets and the target org to receive inbound change sets. The target org can then deploy the change set to apply the metadata changes.
• Change sets can deploy custom settings data only if the custom settings are defined as hierarchy and not list. Also, the custom settings data can only be deployed to other sandboxes, not to production3.
• Deployment is done in a one-way, single transaction. The source org sends the change set to the target org, but the target org does not send any confirmation or feedback to the source org. The deployment is either successful or fails as a whole, and it cannot be undone2. References:
• Everything You Need to Know About Salesforce Change Sets
• Deployments by using change sets - Salesforce Tutorial
• Using Change Sets To Deploy Apex - Salesforce Developers

A roll-up summary field calculates values from a set of related records, such as those in a related list. You can create a roll-up summary field on the object that is on the master side of a master-detail relationship, such as the Order object, and summarize the values of a field in the detail records, such as the Order Line items. You can choose the SUM roll-up type to get the total of all Order Line item totals on the Order record. This is the best practice because it does not require any code or additional actions to maintain the accuracy of the field value. References: Implement Roll-Up Summary Fields Unit | Salesforce Trailhead, Roll-Up Summary Field - Salesforce, How to create Roll-Up Summary fields in Salesforce

 To satisfy the requirements, a developer should implement a flow and an invocable method. A flow is a declarative tool that allows you to automate business processes by collecting data and performing actions in your org or an external system1. An invocable method is a method that can be called by a flow, a process, or another Apex method2. By using a flow and an invocable method, the developer can achieve the following steps:

• Create a flow that guides the sales rep through the scripted steps with each new customer they create1.
• In the flow, use an Apex action to invoke an invocable method that calls the REST endpoint of UC’s ERP system and passes the customer information as a parameter23.
• In the invocable method, use the HttpRequest and HttpResponse classes to send a GET request to the REST endpoint and receive a response that contains the customer data4.
• In the invocable method, parse the response body and return the customer data as an output parameter to the flow24.
• In the flow, use a screen element to display the customer data to the sales rep if the customer exists in the ERP system1.

Using a future method or a trigger are not effective ways to satisfy the requirements. A future method is a method that runs in the background, asynchronously, after the current transaction finishes5. A trigger is a piece of Apex code that executes before or after a record is inserted, updated, deleted, or undeleted. Neither of these options can interact with the flow or the sales rep, and they are not suitable for calling a REST endpoint that requires a synchronous response5 . References: 1 Automate Your Business Processes with Flows | Salesforce Trailhead1, 2 InvocableMethod Annotation | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers2, 3 Call Apex Code from a Flow | Salesforce Trailhead3, 4 Apex REST Callouts | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers4, 5 Asynchronous Apex | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers5, Triggers | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers

 To calculate the estimated ship date for an Order, the best method is to use a Max Roll-Up Summary field on the Latest availability date fields. A Roll-Up Summary field calculates values from related records, such as the sum, minimum, maximum, or count of a field1. By using a Max Roll-Up Summary field on the Latest availability date fields, the Order record can display the latest date among all the Line Items, which is the earliest date that the Order can be shipped.

The other options are not correct because:

• A. Use a CEILING formula on each of the Latest availability date fields. This option is not valid, because a CEILING formula rounds a number up to the nearest integer2. This does not help to calculate the estimated ship date for an Order, as it does not compare the dates of the Line Items or display the result on the Order record.
• B. Use a DAYS formula on each of the availability date fields and a COUNT Roll-Up Summary field on the Order. This option is not valid, because a DAYS formula returns the number of days between two dates2. This does not help to calculate the estimated ship date for an Order, as it does not account for the latest date among the Line Items or display the result on the Order record. A COUNT Roll-Up Summary field only counts the number of related records, not the values of a field1.
• C. Use a LATEST formula on each of the latest availability date fields. This option is not valid, because there is no such formula function as LATEST in Salesforce2. Even if there was, it would not help to calculate the estimated ship date for an Order, as it would not display the result on the Order record.

References:

• : Roll-Up Summary Fields
• : Formula Operators and Functions

A record-trigger flow on Opportunity is the most efficient way for a developer to implement this requirement, because it allows the developer to automate the creation and assignment of a Task without writing any code. A record-trigger flow can be configured to run when a record is created, updated, or deleted, and it can access and update related records using flow elements1. A record-trigger flow on Opportunity can also use the $Record global variable to access the Opportunity Owner and assign the Task to them2.

An auto-launched flow on Task is not an efficient way to implement this requirement, because it requires the developer to manually invoke the flow from another process, such as a trigger or a button3. An auto-launched flow on Task cannot access the Opportunity record or its Owner without a lookup element, which adds complexity and reduces performance.

An Apex trigger on Task is not an efficient way to implement this requirement, because it requires the developer to write and maintain code, which is more prone to errors and harder to debug than a flow. An Apex trigger on Task also cannot access the Opportunity record or its Owner without a SOQL query, which consumes governor limits and increases the risk of hitting the 101 SOQL limit.

A Task action is not an efficient way to implement this requirement, because it requires the user to manually create and assign the Task from the Opportunity record page. A Task action does not automate the process, and it relies on the user to remember and follow the business rule. References:

• 1: Automate Your Business Processes with Record-Triggered Flows
• 2: Use the $Record Global Variable in Record-Triggered Flows
• 3: Automate Your Business Processes with Scheduled and Platform Event–Triggered Flows
• : Access and Update Related Records in Flows
• : Apex Triggers
• : Apex Governor Limits
• : Create Actions for the Action Bar

Flow Builder is a powerful tool that lets you automate business processes by building flows. Flows are applications that can execute logic, interact with Salesforce, and guide users through screens for collecting and updating data. Flow Builder is ideal for creating guided call scripts that can branch based on user input and data values. Flow Builder can also leverage standard and custom objects, fields, and relationships to access and update data. Flow Builder does not require coding skills and can be used declaratively by admins and developers alike. References: The use of Flow Builder for creating call scripts can be referenced in Salesforce’s official documentation and learning modules, specifically under the section that covers business process automation with flows (Business Process Automation with Flows).

Marking the field as Required on the field definition ensures that the field cannot be left blank or null when a record is created or updated, regardless of the page layout or the API. This is the most efficient way to enforce a value for the picklist field, as it does not require any additional configuration or code. Setting the first value as the default value does not prevent the user from changing or clearing the value. Setting a validation rule requires writing a formula and handling error messages. Marking the field as Required on the page layout only affects the user interface, not the API or other tools. References:

• Create a Custom Picklist Field from the Salesforce Help
• Get Started with Picklists from the Salesforce Trailhead
• Picklist Considerations from the Salesforce Help

To communicate from a child component to a parent component, the best option is to create a custom event in the child component and dispatch it to the parent component. The parent component can then listen for the event and handle it accordingly. For example, the child component can create a custom event called navigate and pass the page reference as a detail. The parent component can then use a handler to catch the event and use the navigation service to navigate to the next page.

Option A is incorrect because firing a notification is not a reliable way to communicate between components, as it depends on the user’s settings and preferences. Option B is incorrect because updating a property on the parent component requires the child component to have access to the parent’s property, which violates the principle of component encapsulation and modularity. Option C is incorrect because calling a method in the Apex controller is not necessary for navigation purposes, and it would introduce an extra server round-trip and potential performance issues.

References: Communicate with Events | Lightning Web Components Developer Guide, Basic Navigation | Lightning Web Components Developer Guide, Cert Prep: Platform Developer I: Lightning Web Components

Aura Component-based development is a framework for creating Lightning web components, which are the building blocks of modern Salesforce applications. Lightning web components are self-contained and reusable units of an application, which means they can be composed together to create complex user interfaces. They also benefit from a rich component ecosystem, which includes standard components provided by Salesforce, custom components created by developers, and third-party components available on AppExchange. These advantages make Aura Component-based development more flexible, modular, and efficient than Visualforce, which is an older framework based on HTML, JavaScript, and Apex. See Aura Components Basics1 and Lightning Web Components Basics2 for more details. References: 1: Aura Components Basics | Trailhead(https://stackoverflow.com/questions/26685/what-is-mvc-and-what-are-the-advantages-of-it),  2: Lightning Web Components Basics | Trailhead(https://www.marks4sure.com/pdi-platform-developer-i-questions.html)

 Declarative development is the process of creating applications using point-and-click tools and configuration settings, without writing code. To build out the database layer for a Salesforce application, declarative developers can use the following options:

• Roll-Up Summaries: These are fields that calculate values from related records, such as the total amount of closed opportunities for an account. Roll-up summaries can be created on master-detail or lookup relationships, and can use filters to specify which records to include in the calculation1.
• Relationships: These are the links between objects that allow data to be shared and accessed across different objects. There are two types of relationships: master-detail and lookup. Master-detail relationships create a parent-child relationship between two objects, where the master record controls certain behaviors of the detail record, such as security and deletion. Lookup relationships create a loose association between two objects, where the lookup field can be optional or required, and the related record can have its own security and owner2.
• Custom Objects and Fields: These are the basic building blocks of any Salesforce application. Custom objects are the tables that store data specific to the organization or the application. Custom fields are the columns that store the attributes of each record in the object. Custom objects and fields can be created and modified using the Object Manager in Setup3.

References:

• 1: Define Roll-Up Summary Fields
• 2: Create Object Relationships
• 3: Create Custom Objects and Fields

The correct answer is to move all of the logic to a Queueable class that queries for and updates the Assets and call it from the trigger. This is because when dealing with bulk data, triggers can often hit governor limits. By utilizing a Queueable class, the developer can perform asynchronous processing which helps in handling more records and avoiding hitting governor limits. References: The Salesforce Platform Developer I Learning documents emphasize on understanding the governor limits and how to write efficient code that can handle bulk data without hitting these limits. Asynchronous processing like Batch Apex, Future methods, or Queueable Apex is often recommended for bulk data handling. You can find more information on these topics in the following links: Apex Developer Guide, Trailhead

The correct answer is that the trigger is getting executed multiple times. This error message indicates that the trigger has exceeded the maximum number of recursions allowed by Salesforce, which is 16. This can happen when the trigger causes an update on the same object or a related object, which in turn fires the trigger again, creating an infinite loop. To avoid this, the developer should use a static variable to control the trigger execution and prevent it from running more than once in the same transaction. References: Apex Developer Guide, Trailhead

Scratch orgs are short-term Salesforce environments that you can spin up to work on a feature. They are source-driven, disposable, and fully configurable. To create scratch orgs, you need to use the Salesforce CLI, which is a command-line tool that lets you interact with Salesforce orgs and perform various tasks. You can use the Salesforce CLI to create a scratch org definition file, which specifies the features and settings of the scratch org, and then run the force:org:create command to create the scratch org. You can also use the force:org:open command to open the scratch org in a browser without logging in.

References: The use of Salesforce CLI to create scratch orgs can be referenced in the Salesforce Platform Developer I learning documents, specifically in modules that cover Salesforce DX and scratch orgs, such as:

• Get Started with Salesforce DX
• Scratch Orgs
• Develop in Scratch Orgs

The component is used to create editable fields that respect the field-level security and other attributes of the specified field on an object. It works with the component to display and save the values of record fields. The component automatically displays the correct input type based on the data type of the field. For example, if the field is a currency field, the component renders as a currency input. The component also respects the user’s locale and currency settings. See lightning-input-field1 for more details. References: 1: lightning-input-field | Apex Reference Guide | Salesforce Developers(https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/component-library/bundle/lightning-input/documentation)

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The @HttpInvocable annotation is used to expose an Apex class as a RESTful web service. This allows the class to be invoked by a REST client, enabling external systems to interact with Salesforce via the API. The methods within the class that are exposed as REST web services must be static and global or public. References: Apex Developer Guide

The deployment will pass because the Apex code has the required >75% code coverage. In Salesforce, one of the prerequisites for deployment is that the Apex code must have at least 75% test coverage. This means that at least 75% of your Apex script must be executed by your test classes. Since in this case, the overall code coverage is 81%, it exceeds the minimum requirement, allowing for successful deployment. However, it is not a best practice to rely on indirect code coverage from other classes or triggers. The developer should write a separate test class for the trigger that covers all the possible scenarios and outcomes. Additionally, the test method should include assertions to verify the expected behavior and results of the code. References:

• Apex Developer Guide)
• Testing Apex - Trailhead)
• Free Salesforce Platform Developer 1 Practice Exam (With Answers))

The deployment passes because the Apex code has the required 75% code coverage. In Salesforce, you need at least 75% of your Apex code to be covered by unit tests, and all of those tests must complete successfully. When deploying to a production environment, every unit test in your organization namespace is executed. Since the developer’s test method covers 81% of the Apex code, it meets the minimum requirement for deployment.

Option A is incorrect because the Apex trigger has code coverage, as it is invoked by the test method that calls MyClass.myStaticMethod. The trigger and the method have the same logic, so the test method effectively tests both.

Option B is incorrect because assertions are not mandatory for deployment, although they are highly recommended for verifying the expected outcomes of the test cases. Assertions are statements that compare the actual results of the test with the expected results. If an assertion fails, the test fails.

Option D is incorrect because including both classes and the trigger in the deployment is not sufficient to ensure code coverage. The developer still needs to write and run unit tests that cover the Apex code.

References: Apex Testing), Deploying Apex to a Salesforce Production Organization)

• Add a new Create Records element. This is true because the developer needs to create a new Contact record and store its ID on the Opportunity record. A Create Records element allows the developer to create one or more records of a specific object type and assign values to the fields of those records1.
• Add a new Get Records element. This is false because the developer does not need to query any existing records from the database. A Get Records element allows the developer to find and store one or more records of a specific object type that meet certain criteria2.
• Add a new Update Records element. This is false because the developer already has an Update Records element in the flow that updates the Opportunity record. A Update Records element allows the developer to update one or more records of a specific object type that meet certain criteria3.
• Add a new Roll back Records element. This is false because the developer does not need to undo any changes made by the flow. A Roll back Records element allows the developer to roll back the changes made by the flow to the database if an error occurs.

References:

• 1: Create Records
• 2: Get Records
• 3: Update Records
• : Roll Back Records

This is because when a DML exception is thrown, it means that the operation failed due to some error, such as a validation rule, a trigger, or a governor limit. If the exception is not handled, it will cause the entire transaction to roll back and display an unhandled exception message to the user. To handle exceptions gracefully, the developer should use a try/catch block to catch the exception and handle it in a way that does not disrupt the user experience, such as logging the error, displaying a custom message, or retrying the operation. References: The use of try/catch blocks for handling exceptions is covered under Apex basics on Trailhead1. You can also find more information on DML exceptions and how to handle them in the Apex Developer Guide2.