PDI Salesforce Certified Platform Developer 1 (WI25) Question and Answers

Scratch orgs are temporary, source-driven Salesforce environments used for development and testing. They allow developers to:

Work on independent features without interfering with each other's configurations.

Utilize a source-driven development model for CI/CD pipelines.

The Boolean isOK variable is declared but not initialized, meaning its value is null by default in Apex.

The code evaluates the if-else conditions in sequence:

Condition 1: isOK == false && theString == 'Hello'

isOK is null, so this evaluates to false.

Condition 2: isOK == true && theString == 'Hello'

Again, isOK is null, so this evaluates to false.

Condition 3: isOK != null && theString == 'Hello'

isOK is null, so isOK != null evaluates to false.

Else block: None of the above conditions are true, so the code enters the else block and sets x = 4.

References:

Apex Boolean Data Type

Why Quick Actions?

Quick Actions allow developers to create prepopulated forms for creating or updating records.

They are a modern alternative to JavaScript buttons in Lightning Experience.

Why Not Other Options?

A: Validation rules enforce data integrity but do not create records.

B: Apex triggers automate processes but are not used for user-initiated actions.

C: Record-triggered flows execute automatically when records are created or updated, but they do not replace JavaScript buttons for user-initiated actions.

Quick Actions: https://help.salesforce.com/s/articleView?id=sf.quick_actions_create.htm

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SOSL:

Designed for full-text searches, making it faster for unstructured or broad text searches across multiple objects.

Ideal for searching multiple fields simultaneously.

SOQL:

Optimized for structured queries where you need more control over filtering and relationships.

Can return up to 50,000 records in a single query, while SOSL returns only 2,000.

C and D are incorrect because SOSL is faster for text searches, not SOQL.

SOQL vs. SOSL: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.soql_sosl.meta/soql_sosl/sforce_api_calls_soql_sosl_intro.htm

Why Not Other Options?References:

C. Update the PrimaryId__c field definition to mark it as an External Id:

Marking PrimaryId__c as an External Id allows Salesforce to use this field to match records during the data import process, streamlining the process of mapping CSV rows to existing Candidate__c records.

External Id fields are indexed and can be used in tools like Data Loader, Data Import Wizard, or API-based upserts to ensure that records are matched correctly based on the value of the external ID field.

In this case, since PrimaryId__c is unique, marking it as an external ID eliminates the need for custom triggers or flows.

Why this is the best solution?

This technique leverages built-in Salesforce capabilities (no need for custom code or automation).

It ensures accurate record matching and is the standard approach for data enrichment tasks involving unique identifiers.

Why not the other options?

A. Upload the CSV into a custom object related to Candidate__c:

This approach unnecessarily introduces another object, adding complexity. The goal is to update existing Candidate__c records, not store the data in a separate object.

B. Create a before insert trigger to correctly map the records:

Using triggers for this purpose is overengineering. Salesforce already provides tools like upsert for this exact use case. Writing a trigger would require additional effort and could introduce unintended errors or performance issues.

D. Create a before save flow to correctly map the records:

While flows are powerful, they are not the optimal solution for this use case. Data mapping is better handled using an external ID during import to ensure proper matching and updates.

References:

External IDs in Salesforce

Upsert with Data Loader

Unique and External ID Fields

Tooling API:

The Tooling API provides programmatic access to manage tests and other metadata in the org.

It can execute test classes or methods remotely.

Developer Console:

The Developer Console is a built-in Salesforce tool to execute Apex tests, debug logs, and more.

Allows developers to execute tests interactively.

B. Metadata API: Used for managing metadata, not for running tests.

C. Bulk API: Used for data operations, not related to testing.

Tooling API Overview: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.api_tooling.meta/api_tooling/

Testing with Developer Console: https://help.salesforce.com/s/articleView?id=sf.code_dev_console_test.htm

In Aura components:

B. Renderer: Contains custom rendering logic.

C. Controller: Manages user interaction and component events.

E. Helper: Contains reusable JavaScript functions for logic.

B. Updates to FeedItem:

Triggers can fire when FeedItem records are updated, such as posts on records or Chatter updates.

C. Cascading delete operations:

When a parent record is deleted, cascading delete operations on related child records can trigger child object triggers.

Why Not Other Options?

A: Changing a user's default division does not fire triggers.

D: Renaming or replacing a picklist entry does not fire triggers.

Trigger Events: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.apexcode.meta/apexcode/apex_triggers_context_variables_considerations.htm

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Declarative customizations, such as workflows, process builder, validation rules, and flows, offer a no-code approach to customizing Salesforce. Below are the key benefits:

Declarative customizations automatically update with each Salesforce release (A):Salesforce ensures that declarative tools are automatically updated during new releases, eliminating the need for manual intervention or code refactoring.

A Flow with an Assignment element is the best declarative solution to assign cases based on criteria such as Case Origin. It can automatically evaluate the value of the Case Origin and assign the support representative.

Why not other options?

A: Using a trigger is a programmatic approach and less ideal when declarative tools can solve the problem.

B: A formula field cannot assign values; it only calculates and displays results.

C: Validation rules are used to enforce constraints, not for assigning values.

References:

Salesforce Flows Overview

Lightning Web Components (LWCs) have access to a variety of resources in Salesforce. Below are the supported resources:

Static Resources (A):You can use static resources to reference JavaScript libraries, images, and other files needed in an LWC.

Many-to-Many Relationship:

To track which companies (Accounts) report which bugs and allow multiple associations for both, a junction object is needed.

This junction object will have two master-detail relationships: one to Bug__c and one to Account.

Why Not Other Options?

A. Roll-up summary field: Not suitable for many-to-many relationships.

B. Master-detail field on Bug__c to Account: Creates a one-to-many relationship, not many-to-many.

C. Lookup field on Bug__c to Account: Still creates a one-to-many relationship, not many-to-many.

Many-to-Many Relationships: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.object_reference.meta/object_reference/relationships_manytomany.htm

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Visual Studio Code (VS Code) is the recommended tool for Salesforce development. It supports the Salesforce Extensions Pack for debugging and fixing issues in Lightning Web Components (LWCs).

Not Suitable:

Option A: The Developer Console is less effective for LWC debugging.

Option B: The Force.com IDE is deprecated.

Option C: Execute Anonymous does not provide tools to debug or fix LWC bugs.

Using a formula field is the most efficient solution to calculate the ratio between rejected and approved timesheets. It minimizes maintenance overhead by dynamically calculating the value based on the existing roll-up summary fields.

Example Formula:

Total_Rejected_Timesheets__c / Total_Approved_Timesheets__c

Why Re-Parentable Master-Detail Field?

A master-detail relationship allows Line Items to roll up totals (e.g., calculate total amount) to the Order.

Setting the relationship as re-parentable supports moving Line Items between different Orders.

Why Not Other Options?

B. Lookup field: Does not support roll-up summary fields for calculations.

C and D: Relationships in the opposite direction (Order to Line Item) do not support the required logic.

Master-Detail Relationships: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.object_reference.meta/object_reference/relationships_master_detail.htm

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Why Salesforce CLI?

The Salesforce CLI supports scripting for Continuous Integration (CI) pipelines, allowing automatic testing and deployment as part of the CI process.

Why Not Other Options?

B: Visual Studio Code is a development IDE, not a CI tool.

C: Force.com Toolkit is outdated and does not support CI processes.

D: Developer Console is for debugging and manual testing, not automation.

Salesforce CLI Documentation: https://developer.salesforce.com/tools/sfdxcli

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To use an Apex interface within a class, the class must implement the interface using the implements keyword. This is the correct way to inherit behavior defined in an interface.

Example:

public class SilverLaptop implements Laptop {

// Implementation of the methods defined in the Laptop interface

}

Why not other options?

B: The extends keyword is used for inheriting from a class, not implementing an interface.

C: This syntax is incorrect and not supported in Apex.

D: This syntax is also incorrect as interfaces are not referenced with an @Interface annotation in Apex.

References:

Apex Interfaces Documentation

Why Developer Console?

The Developer Console provides tools to troubleshoot query performance, including the Query Plan tool.

The Query Plan tool evaluates SOQL query performance and provides insight into query costs and optimization.

Why Not Other Options?

A. Setup Menu: Used for administrative tasks, not performance troubleshooting.

B. Visual Studio Code IDE: Useful for development, but does not offer query performance tools.

C. AppExchange: Provides apps but does not directly help with query troubleshooting.

Query Plan Tool: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.220.0.salesforce_console.meta/salesforce_console/salesforce_console_query_plan.htm

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The recordSetVar attribute of the tag allows a Visualforce page to handle multiple records, which is ideal for list buttons that display a page for bulk editing.

Why not other options?

A: Standard controllers can be extended, but using recordSetVar is the direct and best-supported method for this scenario.

B: There is no such concept as a "Custom List Controller" in Visualforce.

C: is not a valid Visualforce tag.

References:

Visualforce Standard Controller with RecordSetVar

To check test coverage for autolaunched flows before deployment, developers need to use SOQL queries with the Tooling API. This provides detailed information about which flows are covered and their test results.

In Visualforce, to specify a standard controller for a custom object, the syntax is controller="ObjectName__c".

To add custom functionality, you can use an extensions attribute to include a controller extension.

Why not other options?

A: The correct syntax is controller, not standardController, for custom objects.

B and C: These are syntactically incorrect.

References:

Visualforce Pages Documentation

Since the Case and Defect__c objects have a Private organization-wide default (OWD), their records must be explicitly shared for a user to gain access to the related Case_Defect__c record. Sharing both parent records ensures that the user can access the junction object and the associated parent objects.

Roll-Up Summary Field:

Since the relationship between Order and Order Line Item is a Master-Detail, a Roll-Up Summary field can be used on the Order object.

The MAX function in a Roll-Up Summary field calculates the latest date (the maximum value) among all the availability dates on the Order Line Items.

Why MAX Roll-Up Summary Field Works:

The latest availability date among the Order Line Items will determine when the entire Order can be shipped.

Why Not Other Options?

A and B: There is no such formula called "LATEST" or "CEILING" applicable to date fields.

C: A COUNT Roll-Up Summary is irrelevant for calculating dates.

Roll-Up Summary Fields: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.object_reference.meta/object_reference/roll_up_summary_fields.htm

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When working with a Lightning Web Component (LWC), the correct syntax for importing an Apex method is:import methodName from "@salesforce/apex/ControllerName.methodName";.

Why not other options?

A, B, and C: These use incorrect syntax for importing Apex methods in LWCs.

References:

Lightning Web Components Documentation

LimitException cannot be caught in a try-catch block because it is thrown when governor limits are exceeded, and Salesforce does not allow further processing in such cases.

Other exceptions, such as custom exceptions, NoAccessException, or CalloutException, can be caught and handled.

Why WITH SECURITY_ENFORCED?

Ensures field-level security and sharing rules are enforced in SOQL queries.

Prevents unauthorized records or fields from being accessed or displayed.

Why Not Other Options?

B and C: with sharing and inherited sharing enforce record-level access but do not handle field-level security.

D: without sharing ignores sharing rules, which would display all records regardless of user permissions.

Security in SOQL: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.apexcode.meta/apexcode/apex_classes_with_security_enforced.htm

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ï‚· Option B: Escapes single quotes using String.escapeSingleQuotes, protecting against SOQL injection.

ï‚· Option C: Uses bind variables, which are inherently safe from SOQL injection.

The @RestResource annotation exposes an Apex class as a RESTful web service. The urlMapping parameter defines the endpoint's URL.

Why a Trigger on the Child Object?

Since the relationship is not master-detail, a trigger on the child object can perform aggregate calculations and update the parent Opportunity.

Why Not Other Options?

A: Tree sorting is unnecessary and unrelated to roll-up summaries.

B and D: Neither Streaming API nor Metadata API is suitable for real-time roll-up calculations.

Custom Roll-Up Summaries: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.apexcode.meta/apexcode/apex_triggers_best_practices.htm

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C: The Bulk API is designed for importing or exporting large volumes of data and works efficiently in development environments, but it respects storage limits.

D: Developer and Developer Pro sandboxes have different storage limits. Developer Pro has a larger storage limit compared to a Developer sandbox.

Why not other options?

A: Bulk API does not bypass storage limits.

B: The Data Import Wizard is a web-based tool, not an application installed on your computer.

References:

Salesforce Data Import and Export

Salesforce Bulk API

Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) is the best model for the scenario described because it provides on-demand access to compute, storage, and networking resources that are ideal for a scalable server cluster. IaaS allows the engineering team to rent infrastructure resources without having to invest in physical hardware, making it perfect for temporary or fluctuating workloads, such as scalability testing.

Key Characteristics of IaaS:

Full control over the operating systems and applications running on the servers.

Flexible resource allocation to support high scalability.

Ideal for custom software testing where specific server configurations may be needed.

Why not the other options?

PaaS (Platform as a Service):While PaaS is excellent for application development and deployment, it abstracts the infrastructure layer, which would limit the engineering team's control over the cluster's configuration.

SaaS (Software as a Service):SaaS delivers fully managed applications, not infrastructure or testing environments. It’s irrelevant for this use case.

BaaS (Backend as a Service):BaaS is tailored to mobile or web application backend development, providing APIs and pre-built services, not infrastructure for a server cluster.

Platform Developer References:While this question is broader than Salesforce-specific concepts, understanding IaaS vs. PaaS is relevant when working with Salesforce development. For example:

Salesforce operates as a PaaS (e.g., Force.com platform), allowing developers to build and deploy applications without managing underlying servers.

Testing scalability and performance at an infrastructure level (as in the question) would fall under IaaS concepts, which Salesforce developers might encounter when integrating external services or infrastructure like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

This foundational knowledge complements your understanding of cloud services in the Salesforce ecosystem.

Scratch orgs are created using the Salesforce CLI (sfdx force:org:create) as part of Salesforce DX. It is specifically designed for development and testing purposes.

Why not other options?

B: Sandbox refresh is used for creating sandboxes, not scratch orgs.

C: Developer Console is used for debugging and code development but cannot create scratch orgs.

D: Workbench is a tool for API testing and data manipulation, not for scratch org creation.

References:

Salesforce CLI and Scratch Orgs

Option A: Using variable binding eliminates the need for concatenating dynamic values in the query, which is the safest approach.

Option B: Using String.escapeSingleQuotes ensures special characters are handled safely, reducing the risk of SOQL injection.

Not Suitable:

Option C: While with sharing ensures sharing rules are applied, it does not prevent SOQL injection.

Option D: Regular expressions are not a reliable method for sanitizing input.

In Option B, the webservice keyword is used to declare the class and the specific method updateRecords. This is correct because:

The helper method helperMethod is private and not exposed to the external application.

The webservice method updateRecords is declared global static, making it accessible externally.

A. 75% Test Coverage: Salesforce mandates that 75% of all Apex code must be covered by tests to be deployable to production.

D. Trigger Coverage: Each Apex trigger must have at least one line of test coverage to ensure it is properly tested.

A: Using the order number as an external ID ensures Salesforce can identify and update existing records instead of creating duplicates during updates.

B: Ensuring the order number is unique in the OMS guarantees that there will not be multiple records in Salesforce corresponding to a single order.

Correct Apex Method for Enhance Element:

The method invoked by an Enhance element in a Next Best Action strategy must return a value that can be used in decision-making (e.g., discount level).

The method signature must match the required inputs and outputs for the strategy.

Next Best Action Apex Integration: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.salesforce_nba.meta/salesforce_nba/

References:

Option B: Using Schema.sObjectType.Account.isDeletable() checks if the current user has permission to delete records of the Account object. This approach adheres to Salesforce's security model.

Not Suitable:

Option A: accountRec.isDeletable() is not a valid method.

Option C: Incorrect syntax for checking permissions.

Option D: Account.isDeletable does not exist.

@InvocableMethod Requirements:

Must be declared as public static.

Must accept and return a List to support batch operations.

Return type should be compatible with Flow Builder, in this case, a List.

Why Option C?

Fulfills all @InvocableMethod requirements:

@InvocableMethod(label='Additional Info')

public static List getInfo(List contactIds) {

// Implementation

}

Why Not Other Options?

A, B, D: Do not adhere to the public static requirement or fail to use a List as input/output.

InvocableMethod Documentation: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.apexcode.meta/apexcode/apex_classes_annotation_InvocableMethod.htm

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To create and manage scratch orgs in Salesforce DX, the Dev Hub must be enabled in your Salesforce production or Developer Edition org. Dev Hub acts as the central hub for managing scratch orgs.

Option A correctly uses a nested SOQL query to retrieve Contact records along with their related Job_Application__c records, filtering by Account.Industry. This approach is efficient and leverages Salesforce's relationship model.

SFDX CLI (A):Salesforce CLI allows the automation of deployment scripts to sandboxes. Using commands like sfdx force:source:deploy, developers can deploy metadata directly from source control.

Lightning Web Components (LWC):

Fully responsive and designed to handle touch events.

Executes on stateful clients with high performance.

Aura Components:

Supports responsive designs and touch events but is slightly less efficient than LWC.

Why Not Other Options?

B. Visualforce Components: Not designed for responsiveness or touch event handling.

C. Visualforce Pages: Primarily server-rendered and not stateful for touch interactions.

LWC Overview: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/component-library/documentation/en/lwc

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The SOQL query assigns its result directly to a single sObject variable (Account myAccount). If the query returns more than one record, Salesforce throws a QueryException because the system cannot automatically cast multiple results to a single sObject.

Not Suitable:

Option A: The variable cannot be automatically cast to a list.

Option C: The query itself does not fail but throws an exception.

Option D: The first record is not automatically assigned.

A. Junction object between Applicant and Job:

Since an Applicant can apply for multiple Jobs and each Job can have multiple Applicants, this is a many-to-many relationship.

Salesforce requires a junction object to represent many-to-many relationships. The junction object will have two master-detail relationships: one to the Applicant object and one to the Job object.

The junction object could be named something like JobApplication__c, which would represent the specific instance of an applicant applying for a particular job.

Why this is the correct approach?

A junction object allows for robust data management and reporting capabilities in a many-to-many relationship.

This design ensures that each combination of applicant and job is captured as a unique record in the JobApplication__c junction object.

It also allows storing additional details about the application, such as application date, status, and feedback.

Why not the other options?

B. Lookup field from Applicant to Job:

A lookup field creates a one-to-many relationship. While an Applicant could reference one Job, it does not support the many-to-many relationship required in this scenario.

C. Master-detail field from Applicant to Job:

A master-detail relationship is a one-to-many relationship, which is unsuitable for a many-to-many relationship. Additionally, you cannot have two master-detail fields on a single object to connect Applicant and Job directly.

D. Formula field on Applicant that references Job:

A formula field cannot establish relationships between records or represent a many-to-many relationship. It is only for computed fields.

References:

Creating Many-to-Many Relationships with Junction Objects

Master-Detail and Lookup Relationship Details

Option A (Developer Console): The Developer Console provides a detailed view of the execution logs and the status of Apex batch or future methods.

Option B (Apex Jobs): The Apex Jobs page in Salesforce Setup shows the status of queued, in-progress, or completed batch and scheduled jobs.

To meet the requirements:

For mobile devices, the content should display in three rows.

For desktops and tablets, the content should display in a single row.

Explanation of Correct Option (B):The code uses lightning:layoutItem with appropriate sizing for mediumDeviceSize="4", which ensures:

Mobile devices: Each layout item will occupy the full width (size="12"), resulting in three rows.

Tablets and desktops: Each layout item will occupy one-third of the row (mediumDeviceSize="4"), displaying in a single row.

Example Code from Option B:

{!v.account.Name}

{!v.account.AccountNumber}

{!v.account.Industry}

Option A: Does not account for mediumDeviceSize and will not adjust for tablets/desktops.

Option C: Uses incorrect sizing for mediumDeviceSize, which may not display correctly for tablets/desktops.

A. Unify all three triggers in a single trigger on the Expense__c object that includes all events:

Salesforce best practices recommend having only one trigger per object to avoid redundancy and conflicts.

By combining all the events (before delete, before insert, and before update) into a single trigger, the developer can manage the logic in an organized and maintainable manner.

This also simplifies debugging and ensures that the trigger logic executes in a predictable order.

C. Create helper classes to execute the appropriate logic when a record is saved:

Using helper classes allows for a clean separation of concerns. The trigger becomes a dispatcher that delegates logic to dedicated classes.

For example, you can create methods like applyDefaultsToExpense(), validateExpenseUpdate(), and deleteExpense() in a helper class and invoke them from the trigger.

This improves reusability, readability, and testability of the code.

Why not the other options?

B. Unify the before insert and before update triggers and use Flow for the delete action:

While Flow is a powerful tool, it is not ideal for deleting records or replacing Apex trigger functionality, especially when triggers already exist for other events.

D. Maintain all three triggers on the Expense__c object but move the Apex logic out of the trigger definition:

Maintaining multiple triggers on the same object can lead to conflicts and execution order issues, even if the logic is moved to helper classes.

References:

Trigger Best Practices

Trigger Design Patterns

Based on the provided code, an exception is likely being thrown if a required field is missing or if there are validation rules that the record does not meet. Salesforce will throw an exception when an attempt to create a record violates constraints.

Why not other options?

B: Salesforce reports errors for failed DML operations unless they are handled in a try-catch block.

C: The record cannot be created successfully if constraints are violated.

D: Debug logs may provide details, but the record creation would fail.

References:

Apex DML Exception Handling

Maximum Trigger Depth Exceeded:

This error occurs when a trigger causes recursive calls, leading to an infinite loop of execution.

Solution:

Use static variables in helper classes to prevent recursive trigger execution.

Example:

public class TriggerHelper {

public static Boolean isTriggerExecuted = false;

}

trigger AccountTrigger on Account (after update) {

if (!TriggerHelper.isTriggerExecuted) {

TriggerHelper.isTriggerExecuted = true;

// Trigger logic here

}

}

Why Not Other Options?

A: Permissions do not affect trigger recursion.

B: Length of the trigger is unrelated to recursion.

C: Code coverage does not influence runtime errors like recursion.

Trigger Best Practices: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.apexcode.meta/apexcode/apex_triggers_best_practices.htm

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Custom Permission:

Ensures that only the small group of users has access to this functionality.

Dynamic Action:

Allows displaying different fields depending on the user’s role directly on the Account Record Page.

Why Not A or C:

Dynamic Forms are not used to create records for custom objects in this context.

A Lightning Web Component is unnecessary when Dynamic Actions can be used.

Dynamic Actions: https://help.salesforce.com/s/articleView?id=sf.dynamic_actions.htm

Custom Permissions: https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.apexcode.meta/apexcode/apex_classes_perms_custom.htm

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When writing test classes, accessing the Standard Price Book is essential for creating OpportunityLineItem records.

The method Test.getStandardPricebookId() is specifically designed to retrieve the Standard Price Book ID in a test class context. This ensures you can work with the price book without requiring @isTest(SeeAllData=true).

Why not other options?

B: @isTest(SeeAllData=true) is not recommended because it violates Salesforce best practices by accessing actual org data.

C: @TestVisible is used for visibility between classes but does not relate to retrieving Standard Price Book.

D: Test.loadData() loads test data from static resources but is unnecessary for accessing the Standard Price Book.

References:

Salesforce Testing Framework

Apex Testing Best Practices

The Data Import Wizard allows importing data while adhering to Salesforce's sharing and security model. By setting field-level security, sensitive fields can be hidden from unauthorized users.

Other Options:

Option A: Encrypting data externally is unnecessary since Salesforce has built-in security features.

Option B: Using the Data Loader with Apex adds unnecessary complexity.

Option D: The Salesforce CLI does not provide direct data import capabilities with security settings.

A master-detail relationship from Engineering_Support__c to Opportunity allows multiple child Engineering_Support__c records to be associated with a single parent Opportunity. It also enables roll-up summary fields to aggregate data from the child records onto the parent Opportunity.

Salesforce requires that every trigger must have at least 1% test coverage to be deployed. Since the trigger in question has 0% test coverage, the deployment will fail even if the helper method and related classes meet the coverage requirement.

Record-triggered flows allow automation to create tasks when an Opportunity is created. It is declarative, easy to maintain, and does not require custom code.

Steps:

Create a record-triggered flow for the Opportunity object.

Set it to run on record creation.

Use the "Create Records" element to create a task for the Opportunity owner.

When an Account record is created, the following happens:

Before insert trigger increments the count field once.

After insert record-triggered flow executes and increments the count again.

When the record is subsequently updated:

Before update trigger increments the count again.

After update record-triggered flow increments it once more.

Thus, the final value of the count field = 4.

References:

Order of Execution in Salesforce