In a multi-cluster warehouse using standard scaling, what is the maximum number of clusters configured in the example?

• A. 4
• B. 6
• C. 8
• D. 10

Answer: (C)

In a multi-cluster warehouse, scaling out happens by adding separate clusters to handle more concurrent queries, and this is controlled by a maximum cluster setting. The example fixes the ceiling at eight clusters, so the system can spin up to eight distinct clusters to meet demand but won’t exceed that limit. That’s why eight is the maximum shown. It represents a balance between handling concurrency and controlling cost—enough clusters to cover peak load, but not more than the configured cap. If traffic stays well below that level, you stay close to one cluster; when it spikes, additional clusters are brought online up to the eight-cluster limit.