The correct answer is a Group Policy object to enable automatic MDM enrollment, along with an on-premises Active Directory environment. These two prerequisites are essential because Group Policy-based Intune enrollment relies on a domain-joined Windows device receiving a policy that triggers automatic enrollment into Intune without requiring a hybrid Azure AD join. This process uses the existing AD infrastructure to push the enrollment settings, making it a seamless transition for organizations already managing devices with Group Policy. On the MD-102 exam, this question tests your understanding of the distinction between pure AD enrollment and hybrid join scenarios—a common trap is assuming Azure AD Connect or hybrid join is mandatory, but they are not needed here. Remember the key tip: if the question specifies Group Policy enrollment, think “on-prem AD plus GPO,” not cloud connectors.
MD-102 Prepare infrastructure for devices Practice Question
This MD-102 practice question tests your understanding of prepare infrastructure for devices. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. 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.
Your organization is planning to enroll Windows devices into Microsoft Intune using Group Policy. Which TWO prerequisites must be in place? (Choose two.)
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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An on-premises Active Directory environment.
Options B and D are correct. Group Policy enrollment requires an on-premises AD and automatic enrollment via GPO. Option A is not required because hybrid join is not mandatory. Option C is incorrect because Azure AD Connect is needed for hybrid join but not for pure AD enrollment. Option E is incorrect because Intune subscription is required, but the question asks for prerequisites for Group Policy enrollment, which includes automatic enrollment policy.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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An on-premises Active Directory environment.
Why this is correct
Group Policy is used to configure automatic enrollment.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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A Group Policy object to enable automatic MDM enrollment.
Why this is correct
The GPO sets the MDM enrollment URL.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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A Microsoft Intune subscription must be active.
Why it's wrong here
Intune subscription is required but the question asks for two prerequisites; this is assumed.
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Azure AD Connect must be configured.
Why it's wrong here
Azure AD Connect is for hybrid identity, not required for GPO enrollment.
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Devices must be Azure AD hybrid joined.
Why it's wrong here
Hybrid join is not required; devices can be AD-joined and enrolled via GPO.
Common exam traps
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.
Detailed technical explanation
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.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A media company stores terabytes of video archives that are accessed once a year for audit purposes. Moving these objects to a cold storage tier (Azure Archive, S3 Glacier, or Google Nearline) costs a fraction of hot storage. Questions like this test whether you understand storage tiers, access frequency tradeoffs, and retrieval latency requirements.
Related glossary terms
Concepts from this question explained
These glossary pages explain the core terms tested in this MD-102 question in full detail.
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Prepare infrastructure for devices — This question tests Prepare infrastructure for devices — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: An on-premises Active Directory environment. — Options B and D are correct. Group Policy enrollment requires an on-premises AD and automatic enrollment via GPO. Option A is not required because hybrid join is not mandatory. Option C is incorrect because Azure AD Connect is needed for hybrid join but not for pure AD enrollment. Option E is incorrect because Intune subscription is required, but the question asks for prerequisites for Group Policy enrollment, which includes automatic enrollment policy.
What should I do if I get this MD-102 question wrong?
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.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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