GWS-ADMIN Troubleshooting Practice Question
A user reports that their mobile device is no longer syncing corporate data. What is the most likely cause?
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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The device no longer meets security compliance requirements.
If a security policy change has occurred or the device has become non-compliant, sync will be automatically blocked by Google Workspace.
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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The device battery is low.
Why it's wrong here
Low battery does not prevent synchronization.
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The user is on the wrong Wi-Fi network.
Why it's wrong here
Google Workspace sync works over any internet connection.
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The mobile carrier has blocked the connection.
Why it's wrong here
This is less likely than a policy enforcement issue.
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The device no longer meets security compliance requirements.
Why this is correct
When devices fall out of compliance, the server blocks synchronization.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Google Cloud exam blueprint
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