GWS-ADMIN Security Policies And Access Controls Practice Question
An administrator wants to ensure that users cannot reuse any of their last 5 passwords when changing their password. Where is this setting configured?
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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Security > Password management > Password history
Password history and restriction settings are located under Security > Password management.
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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Directory > Users > Security > Passwords
Why it's wrong here
This path does not exist.
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Account settings > Security > Password recycling
Why it's wrong here
This is an invalid admin console path.
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Apps > Google Workspace > Settings > Password policy
Why it's wrong here
Global password policies are managed under Security, not app-specific settings.
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Security > Password management > Password history
Why this is correct
Password history restrictions are configured in the Password management section.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Google Cloud exam blueprint
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