- A
Devices must be pre-registered in Intune via an OEM or partner
Why wrong: Pre-registration is needed, but the question asks about Entra ID registration; licensing is still required.
- B
Devices must have a TPM 2.0 chip for self-deploying mode
Why wrong: TPM 2.0 is needed for self-deploying mode but not for all Autopilot scenarios.
- C
An on-premises Active Directory domain must be available
Why wrong: Autopilot can join Entra ID without on-prem AD.
- D
Users must have Microsoft Entra ID P1 or P2 licenses assigned
Entra ID P1 or P2 is required for Autopilot's automatic registration and device management.
MD-102 Prepare infrastructure for devices Practice Question
This MD-102 practice question tests your understanding of prepare infrastructure for devices. 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.
Your organization plans to use Windows Autopilot for device provisioning. You need to ensure devices are automatically registered in Microsoft Entra ID when they are powered on for the first time. Which prerequisite must be met?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"first"Why it matters: Order matters here. You are being tested on which action comes before the others — not which action is generally useful.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
Users must have Microsoft Entra ID P1 or P2 licenses assigned
Option C is correct because Autopilot requires Microsoft Entra ID P1 or P2 licenses to support automatic device registration. Option A is wrong because licenses are needed. Option B is wrong because Autopilot supports both Entra ID join and hybrid join. Option D is wrong because Intune licenses are required for management but Autopilot also requires Entra ID P1.
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.
- ✗
Devices must be pre-registered in Intune via an OEM or partner
Why it's wrong here
Pre-registration is needed, but the question asks about Entra ID registration; licensing is still required.
- ✗
Devices must have a TPM 2.0 chip for self-deploying mode
Why it's wrong here
TPM 2.0 is needed for self-deploying mode but not for all Autopilot scenarios.
- ✗
An on-premises Active Directory domain must be available
Why it's wrong here
Autopilot can join Entra ID without on-prem AD.
- ✓
Users must have Microsoft Entra ID P1 or P2 licenses assigned
Why this is correct
Entra ID P1 or P2 is required for Autopilot's automatic registration and device management.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "first" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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.
Trap categories for this question
Scenario analysis trap
TPM 2.0 is needed for self-deploying mode but not for all Autopilot scenarios.
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 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.
What to study next
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What does this MD-102 question test?
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: Users must have Microsoft Entra ID P1 or P2 licenses assigned — Option C is correct because Autopilot requires Microsoft Entra ID P1 or P2 licenses to support automatic device registration. Option A is wrong because licenses are needed. Option B is wrong because Autopilot supports both Entra ID join and hybrid join. Option D is wrong because Intune licenses are required for management but Autopilot also requires Entra ID P1.
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.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "first". Order matters here. You are being tested on which action comes before the others — not which action is generally useful.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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