A sudden dip in source type or indexing rate might be caused by which of the following factors? Select all that apply.

A sudden dip in source type or indexing rate can indeed be attributed to an input block or delay at collection. When data is ingested into Splunk, any interruptions or blocks at the collection phase can lead to a noticeable decrease in the rate at which data is indexed. This could be due to various reasons such as system resource constraints, network issues, or misconfigurations in the data inputs that prevent the data from being collected at the expected pace.

Choosing this option indicates an understanding of the collection process within Splunk and how issues at this stage can directly influence data availability and indexing performance.

While other listed factors may also have an impact on indexing rates, they do not directly cause a dip as immediately and predictably as an input block. For example, adding a new index usually does not affect the existing indexing process of data unless there are configuration issues related to resource allocation. Communication blocks to the indexers could impact indexing, but they are dependent on the health and performance of the communication channels, which can be more complex in nature. Introducing a new data source may alter indexing rates, but not necessarily cause a dip, as it can depend on the volume and configuration of the new source.

Understanding the nuances of how data collection and ingestion work within