Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Practice Test

In Kubernetes, the correct command to delete a pod is achieved using the `kubectl delete pod <pod-name>` syntax. This command is part of the `kubectl` CLI tool, which is utilized for interacting with Kubernetes clusters.

When you issue this command, Kubernetes communicates with the API server to cease the operation of the specified pod. The command not only removes the pod from the cluster but also ensures that the pod's associated resources are cleaned up appropriately. This includes terminating the container(s) running in the pod and releasing any resources allocated to it, such as network and storage.

This command is standardized within Kubernetes and aligns with the RESTful nature of its API, allowing users to perform various operations such as creating, retrieving, updating, and deleting resources through similar commands. The use of the verb "delete" makes it clear and intuitive for Kubernetes users.

The other options provided do not reflect valid commands in Kubernetes. They either suggest non-existent verbs that don't correspond to the API calls or deviate from the established Kubernetes command syntax, making them ineffective for the task at hand.