To improve performance of a specific large table in Redshift, an architect needs to decide how data is distributed across the compute nodes. Which distribution style is best for a small dimension table that is often joined with other large tables?

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Correct Answer: DISTSTYLE ALL

DISTSTYLE ALL copies the entire table to every node, which is effective for small tables to avoid network traffic during joins....

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To improve performance of a specific large table in Redshift, an architect needs to decide how data is distributed across the compute nodes. Which distribution style is best for a small dimension table that is often joined with other large tables?

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Correct Answer

DISTSTYLE ALL

Why This Answer Is Correct

DISTSTYLE ALL copies the entire table to every node, which is effective for small tables to avoid network traffic during joins.

📚 What This Question Tests

This question evaluates your knowledge of Amazon Redshift — a core concept tested in AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA-C03). Understanding Amazon Redshift is essential for designing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures. Mastery of this topic will help you answer scenario-based questions confidently on exam day.