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Exhibit
Policy evaluation output Definition name: Require-Environment Assignment scope: /subscriptions/1111-2222 Compliance state: Non-compliant Non-compliant resource: stapp01 Reason: Missing tag 'Environment' Requirement: Any new resource created without the Environment tag must be prevented from deploying.
Based on the exhibit, which Azure Policy effect should be used so new resources without an Environment tag are blocked at deployment time?
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
Audit
Audit reports non-compliance but allows the resource to be created, so it does not enforce the blocking requirement.
B
Distractor review
Append
Append can add or modify request content in some cases, but it is not the effect that directly blocks noncompliant deployments.
C
Best answer
Deny
Deny stops the deployment when the condition is not met, which is exactly what is needed to block resources missing the required tag.
D
Distractor review
Disabled
Disabled turns off the policy and removes enforcement entirely, which would allow noncompliant resources to be created.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: ACLs stop at the first match
ACLs are processed top to bottom. The first matching entry wins, and an implicit deny usually exists at the end.
Technical deep dive
How to think about this question
ACL questions test precision: source, destination, protocol, port and direction. A generally correct ACL can still fail if it is applied on the wrong interface or in the wrong direction.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Standard ACLs match source addresses.
- Extended ACLs can match source, destination, protocol and ports.
- The first matching ACL entry is used.
- There is usually an implicit deny at the end.
TExam Day Tips
- Check inbound versus outbound direction.
- Read the ACL from top to bottom.
- Look for a broader permit or deny above the intended line.
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this AZ-104 question test?
Standard ACLs match source addresses.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Deny — Deny is the correct effect because the requirement is to prevent deployment of any resource that does not include the Environment tag. Audit would only report the problem after the fact, and append would not reliably enforce a hard block. Deny enforces the rule at creation time, which is the behavior the administrator needs for governance and compliance. Why others are wrong: Audit is useful for visibility, but it does not stop the resource from being created. Append is not the right enforcement model for this scenario. Disabled would remove the policy from effect entirely, which directly contradicts the requirement to block noncompliant resources. The clue in the exhibit is the non-compliant deployment requirement, which points to deny.
What should I do if I get this AZ-104 question wrong?
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