Splunk Core Certified User Practice Exam

What would `| stats list(field)` do in a search?

1. Display a count of events per field

2. Show all unique values of the specified field

3. Aggregate values into a single event

4. Provide a sorted list of field values

The correct answer is: Show all unique values of the specified field

The command `| stats list(field)` functions to display all unique values of the specified field found in the search results. This command successfully aggregates the values into a comprehensive list, capturing each unique instance without repetition. In practical terms, if you have a field that contains data points like statuses or types, using this command will yield an output that includes every unique value for that field throughout the entire set of search results. This capability is particularly useful when you want to understand the variety or distribution of values present in your data. While other options provide different types of data summarization, they do not apply here. The choice that discusses counting events per field suggests a different aggregation method, while another talks about aggregating values without specifying the unique nature of those values. Sorting field values is not part of what the `list()` function does—it simply compiles them. Thus, the correct interpretation of the command aligns with your answer.