# By default, which `kubectl` operation does Argo CD use to apply resource changes?

Argo CD, Easy (Beginner), Syncing & Deployment. https://k8wiz.com/uquiz/by-default-which-kubectl-operation-does-argo-cd-use-to-apply-resource-changes

- A. kubectl create
- B. kubectl delete
- C. kubectl replace
- D. kubectl apply

**Answer:** kubectl apply

**Explanation:** By default, Argo CD uses `kubectl apply` to apply resource changes (as opposed to `replace`), unless overridden by a sync option.