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An IT manager wants a document that defines the mandatory minimum requirements for all company laptops, including full-disk encryption, password length, and screen-lock timing. The help desk also needs a separate document that shows exactly how to enroll a laptop in management software. Which document type should contain the mandatory laptop requirements?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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A
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Policy, because it gives broad direction without technical detail.
A policy is broader and sets intent, but it usually does not specify exact configuration values like encryption settings or password lengths.
B
Best answer
Standard, because it defines the required technical settings that must be followed.
A standard is the correct document type for mandatory, measurable technical requirements. In this case, the organization needs exact minimum settings for encryption, password length, and screen-lock timing, which are all enforceable specifications. The procedure for enrolling devices would be a separate document that explains how to carry out the requirement, but the baseline technical requirements belong in the standard.
C
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Procedure, because it gives step-by-step instructions for completing a task.
Procedures describe how to perform a task, such as enrolling a laptop, but they are not the right place to define enterprise-wide mandatory settings.
D
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Guideline, because it offers flexible recommendations for administrators.
Guidelines are optional recommendations. They are useful for flexibility, but they do not enforce the minimum security requirements described in the question.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
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How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this SY0-701 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Standard, because it defines the required technical settings that must be followed. — A standard is the correct document because it translates policy intent into enforceable, specific requirements. The question asks for mandatory minimum settings, such as encryption strength, password length, and lock timing, which need to be consistent across all laptops. A procedure would explain how to implement those settings, while a guideline would only suggest them. Using the correct document type helps ensure repeatability, compliance, and clear audit expectations. Why others are wrong: A policy is too high-level for exact technical settings. A procedure is valuable for step-by-step device enrollment, but it does not define baseline requirements. A guideline is intentionally flexible and therefore cannot serve as a mandatory control. The distinction matters because the organization needs an enforceable baseline, not just advice or workflow instructions.
What should I do if I get this SY0-701 question wrong?
Then try more questions from the same exam bank and focus on understanding why the wrong options are tempting.
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