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You need to ensure that all new resources deployed to a subscription automatically receive a CostCenter tag with a default value if the tag is omitted during deployment. Which Azure governance feature should you use?

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You need to ensure that all new resources deployed to a subscription automatically receive a CostCenter tag with a default value if the tag is omitted during deployment. Which Azure governance feature should you use?

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

A resource lock

Resource locks prevent changes such as deletion or modification but do not add tags.

B

Best answer

An Azure Policy with an append or modify effect

Azure Policy can add the required tag automatically when resources are created.

C

Distractor review

A management group lock

Locks do not enforce tagging standards.

D

Distractor review

A custom RBAC role

RBAC controls permissions, not automatic metadata enforcement.

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

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What does this AZ-104 question test?

Standard ACLs match source addresses.

What is the correct answer to this question?

The correct answer is: An Azure Policy with an append or modify effect — Azure Policy can append or modify resource tags during deployment. A Deny policy would block deployment instead of adding the tag, while RBAC and resource locks do not enforce tagging behavior.

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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