Question 1easymultiple choice
Full question →easymultiple choiceObjective-mapped
Exhibit
Resource group: RG-Prod-Shared Resources: - prodvm01 (Microsoft.Compute/virtualMachines) - prodstore01 (Microsoft.Storage/storageAccounts) Change control note: - Updates must still be allowed - Accidental deletion must be prevented - Lock should apply to both resources in the group
Based on the exhibit, a shared resource group contains a production virtual machine and a storage account. Administrators must be able to update settings, but they must not be able to delete either resource by mistake. Which lock should be applied at the resource group scope?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.
A
Distractor review
ReadOnly lock, because it prevents all changes and keeps resources fully protected.
ReadOnly is too restrictive because it blocks write operations as well as deletions. The scenario says administrators must still be able to update settings, so a ReadOnly lock would prevent legitimate management tasks and break the requirement.
B
Best answer
CanNotDelete lock, because it allows updates but blocks deletion.
CanNotDelete is the correct choice when administrators still need to modify resource settings but must be prevented from deleting the resources. Applied at the resource group scope, it protects both the VM and the storage account from accidental deletion while preserving normal update operations.
C
Distractor review
No lock is needed because Azure RBAC already prevents deletion by default.
Azure RBAC does not block deletion by default if a user has sufficient permissions. Since the requirement is specifically to prevent accidental deletion, a resource lock is needed in addition to any role assignments.
D
Distractor review
Management group lock, because all changes in the tenant must be blocked centrally.
Management groups are for organizing subscriptions and applying governance at a high level, but the question is about protecting one resource group. A management group lock is not the right concept here and would be far broader than required.
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.
Technical deep dive
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 AZ-104 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: CanNotDelete lock, because it allows updates but blocks deletion. — CanNotDelete is the correct lock because it stops deletion while still allowing updates and other normal management actions. That matches the business requirement precisely: keep the VM and storage account editable, but make accidental deletion impossible at the resource group level. This is a common operational safeguard for shared production resources. Why others are wrong: ReadOnly blocks legitimate configuration changes, so it is too strong. No lock would leave deletion possible if someone has the right RBAC permissions. Management group protection is far too broad for a single shared resource group and does not address the stated scope. The key clue is that updates must still be allowed.
What should I do if I get this AZ-104 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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