Quick Answer
The correct choice is a PowerShell script (device configuration) because this app type is specifically designed to run during the Enrollment Status Page (ESP) phase of Windows Intune provisioning, allowing custom scripts to execute before the user reaches the desktop. PowerShell scripts deployed as device configurations are processed during the device setup stage, unlike Win32 apps or line-of-business (LOB) apps, which run after ESP completes, and proactive remediations, which execute post-enrollment. On the MD-102 exam, this question tests your understanding of Intune’s provisioning sequence and the distinction between device-context and user-context deployments—a common trap is assuming any script can run during ESP, but only PowerShell scripts assigned to devices are supported. Memory tip: think “PowerShell before the desktop” to recall that device configuration scripts run during ESP, while all other app types wait until after enrollment finishes.
This MD-102 practice question tests your understanding of manage applications. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. 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.
An organization uses Microsoft Intune to manage Windows 11 devices. They want to deploy a custom script that runs during device provisioning (ESP – Enrollment Status Page). Which app type should they use?
Line-of-business app
Why wrong: Not for scripts.
Win32 app
Why wrong: Win32 apps run after ESP.
PowerShell script (Device configuration)
Can run during ESP.
Proactive remediations
Why wrong: Run after enrollment.
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
PowerShell script (Device configuration)
Option B is correct because PowerShell scripts can be run as a 'Windows PowerShell script' in Intune and can be included in ESP. Option A is wrong because Win32 apps are deployed after ESP. Option C is wrong because LOB apps are for MSI/EXE. Option D is wrong because proactive remediations run after enrollment.
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.
Line-of-business app
Why it's wrong here
Not for scripts.
Win32 app
Why it's wrong here
Win32 apps run after ESP.
PowerShell script (Device configuration)
Why this is correct
Can run during ESP.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Proactive remediations
Why it's wrong here
Run after enrollment.
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 applications — This question tests Manage applications — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
The correct answer is: PowerShell script (Device configuration) — Option B is correct because PowerShell scripts can be run as a 'Windows PowerShell script' in Intune and can be included in ESP. Option A is wrong because Win32 apps are deployed after ESP. Option C is wrong because LOB apps are for MSI/EXE. Option D is wrong because proactive remediations run after enrollment.
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Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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