Splunk SPLK-2003 Exam - Topic 15 Question 68 Discussion

Actual exam question for Splunk's SPLK-2003 exam

Question #: 68
Topic #: 15

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Which of the following is a best practice for use of the global block?

AExecute code at the beginning of each run of the playbook.

BDeclare outputs which will be selectable within playbook blocks.

CImport packages which will be used within the playbook.

DExecute custom code after each run of the playbook.

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Suggested Answer: C

The global block within a Splunk SOAR playbook is primarily used to import external packages or define global variables that will be utilized across various parts of the playbook. This block sets the stage for the playbook by ensuring that all necessary libraries, modules, or predefined variables are available for use in subsequent actions, decision blocks, or custom code segments within the playbook. This practice promotes code reuse and efficiency, enabling more sophisticated and powerful playbook designs by leveraging external functionalities.

by Herminia at Jul 10, 2025, 05:55 AM

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Ciara

5 months ago

I disagree, A is too limiting for flexibility.

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Jamey

5 months ago

C is useful too, but not a top priority.

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Lea

6 months ago

I think B makes more sense for outputs.

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Barbra

6 months ago

Wait, is D really a thing? Sounds odd!

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Lashaunda

6 months ago

A is definitely the way to go!

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Sherman

6 months ago

Option D seems off to me; I don't think executing code after the playbook runs is a best practice.

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Ngoc

7 months ago

I feel like importing packages is something we did in practice, but I can't recall if it was specifically for the global block.

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Lavonda

7 months ago

I remember something about outputs being important in playbooks, so option B could be a good choice too.

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Myong

7 months ago

I think the global block is mainly for setting things up at the start, so maybe option A? But I'm not entirely sure.

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Shawn

7 months ago

I'm leaning towards declaring outputs in the global block. That way I can make sure all the outputs I need are available to use in the rest of the playbook, without having to worry about defining them in each individual task or block.

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Maryann

7 months ago

Executing code at the beginning of each run of the playbook sounds like a good use of the global block to me. That way I can set up any necessary variables or configurations before the playbook starts running.

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Amina

8 months ago

Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I know the global block is used for some kind of setup or initialization, but I'm not confident which of these options is the best practice. I'll have to review my notes on the global block again.

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Gussie

8 months ago

I think the best practice for the global block is to import packages that will be used throughout the playbook. That way, I can access those packages in any of the tasks or blocks without having to import them individually.

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