Which Azure service provides a platform for running containers?

Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) is the correct answer because it is specifically designed to simplify the process of deploying, managing, and scaling containerized applications using Kubernetes. As a fully managed service, AKS provides built-in capabilities for orchestrating containers, which allows developers to focus on their applications without having to manage the underlying infrastructure. With AKS, users can effectively manage containerized applications in production, take advantage of Kubernetes features like automatic scaling, load balancing, and rolling updates, and benefit from high availability and security features.

In contrast, Azure Functions is primarily a serverless computing service that runs event-driven code in response to various triggers and does not focus specifically on container orchestration. Azure Batch provides a platform for running large-scale parallel and high-performance computing applications, but it is not centered around container management. Azure Logic Apps offers a way to automate workflows and integrate apps and services, but it is not intended for running containers.