Quick Answer
The answer is to remotely sync the devices from the Intune console to force the BitLocker policy to apply. This works because Intune policies are not applied instantaneously; devices check in for policy updates based on their configured sync schedule, which can be up to every eight hours. By triggering a manual sync, you bypass that wait time and force the device to immediately pull the latest endpoint security policy for BitLocker encryption. On the MD-102 exam, this scenario tests your understanding of Intune’s policy refresh mechanism versus common misconceptions like re-creating the policy or using local GPOs, which break centralized management. A frequent trap is assuming policy assignment alone guarantees immediate enforcement, but you must know how to initiate a remote sync from the device’s overview blade. Memory tip: think “Sync to apply, don’t re-create or delay.”
This MD-102 practice question tests your understanding of manage and maintain devices. Examine the command output carefully: the correct answer depends on what the output actually shows, not on general recall alone. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
You are a Microsoft Intune administrator for Tailwind Traders. The company has enrolled Windows 11 devices. You need to configure BitLocker encryption on all devices using Intune. You have created an endpoint security policy for BitLocker and assigned it to the correct group. After 24 hours, some devices still show as not encrypted. You verify that the devices are compliant with the policy's prerequisites. What should you do to force the policy to apply?
Use Group Policy Editor to configure BitLocker locally on each device.
Why wrong: Not centralized management.
Check if the devices have TPM version 2.0.
Why wrong: Prerequisite already verified.
Re-create the BitLocker policy with a different name.
Why wrong: No need to re-create.
Remotely sync the devices from the Intune console to refresh policy.
Sync forces policy retrieval and application.
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
Remotely sync the devices from the Intune console to refresh policy.
Triggering a sync on the devices will force the policy to be applied. Re-creating the policy is unnecessary. Using a local GPO is not managed centrally. Checking the hardware is not relevant.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
Use Group Policy Editor to configure BitLocker locally on each device.
Why it's wrong here
Not centralized management.
Check if the devices have TPM version 2.0.
Why it's wrong here
Prerequisite already verified.
Re-create the BitLocker policy with a different name.
Why it's wrong here
No need to re-create.
Remotely sync the devices from the Intune console to refresh policy.
Why this is correct
Sync forces policy retrieval and application.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
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.
Detailed technical explanation
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.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
A cloud solutions architect for a retail company is evaluating services for a new workload. The correct answer here reflects best practice for the specific scenario described — not a general cloud recommendation. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Cloud exam questions reward reading the constraint carefully: the same technology can be right or wrong depending on the use case.
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Manage and maintain devices — This question tests Manage and maintain devices — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
The correct answer is: Remotely sync the devices from the Intune console to refresh policy. — Triggering a sync on the devices will force the policy to be applied. Re-creating the policy is unnecessary. Using a local GPO is not managed centrally. Checking the hardware is not relevant.
Identify which MD-102 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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