Question 1hardmulti select
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A public web application should be protected from OWASP-style attacks and network-layer DDoS attacks. Which two Azure services are most relevant?
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
Best answer
Application Gateway WAF or Azure Front Door WAF
Correct for the stated requirement.
B
Distractor review
Azure Automation State Configuration
This does not meet the stated requirement as directly as the correct option.
C
Best answer
Azure DDoS Protection on the virtual network where applicable
Correct for the stated requirement.
D
Distractor review
Azure Files premium tier
This does not meet the stated requirement as directly as the correct option.
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-500 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Application Gateway WAF or Azure Front Door WAF — WAF protects the HTTP application layer, while DDoS Protection mitigates volumetric and protocol attacks.
What should I do if I get this AZ-500 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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