Question #801
What are the primary advantages of using AWS Consolidated Billing? (Choose two.)
Combined usage volume pricing across accounts
No additional charges for account management
Single invoice for all linked accounts
Automatic cost-saving recommendations
Flexible payment term extensions
Explanation
AWS Consolidated Billing provides two key benefits:
1. Combined Usage Volume Pricing (A): By aggregating usage across all linked accounts, AWS applies volume pricing tiers to the total usage. This can lower costs as higher usage tiers often have discounted rates.
2. Single Invoice (C): All linked accounts receive a single consolidated invoice, simplifying financial tracking and management.
Other options are incorrect because:
- B: AWS Organizations (which includes Consolidated Billing) does not charge extra for account management, but this is not a direct advantage of Consolidated Billing itself.
- D: Cost-saving recommendations are provided by services like AWS Cost Explorer or Trusted Advisor, not Consolidated Billing.
- E: Payment terms are contractual and not affected by Consolidated Billing.
Key Points: Consolidated Billing focuses on billing aggregation and volume discounts, not payment terms or automated recommendations.
Answer
The correct answer is: AC