GWS-ADMIN Troubleshooting Practice Question
An administrator notices unusual login activity from a specific geographic location. What is the first step to prevent further unauthorized access?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Suspend the user account.
Suspending the user account is the immediate action to stop ongoing unauthorized access while investigating.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Reset the user's password.
Why it's wrong here
A password reset is a good secondary step, but suspending the account is faster for stopping active sessions.
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Suspend the user account.
Why this is correct
Suspending the account immediately terminates all active sessions.
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Delete the user account.
Why it's wrong here
Deleting the account is irreversible and prevents log analysis.
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Clear the user's browser cookies.
Why it's wrong here
This does not prevent access from other locations or devices.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Google Cloud exam blueprint
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