MD-102 Manage and maintain devices Practice Question
Your organization uses Microsoft Intune to manage devices. You need to deploy a line-of-business (LOB) app to iOS devices. Which TWO conditions must be met?
⚠ Common exam trap
Test-takers frequently confuse the packaging format (.appx vs .ipa) or assume LOB apps must be assigned only to devices, when Intune supports both user and device assignments for iOS LOB apps.
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
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The iOS devices must have the distribution profile installed.
IOS devices require a distribution profile (provisioning profile) to trust and install line-of-business (LOB) apps that are not distributed through the Apple App Store. The distribution profile contains the app ID, device IDs (if not using user enrollment), and the enterprise certificate, enabling the device to validate and run the app. Without this profile, the app will fail to install or launch due to code signing validation failures enforced by iOS.
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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The iOS devices must have the distribution profile installed.
Why this is correct
The distribution profile trusts the enterprise developer.
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The app must be packaged as an .appx file.
Why it's wrong here
iOS LOB apps use .ipa format.
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The app must be signed with an Apple Enterprise Developer certificate.
Why this is correct
Enterprise signing is required for LOB apps.
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The app must be assigned to devices only, not users.
Why it's wrong here
Apps can be assigned to users or devices.
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The app must be distributed via the Apple App Store.
Why it's wrong here
LOB apps are not distributed via the App Store.
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Introduction to Endpoint Management in Microsoft 365
Key term
Intune
Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service that helps organizations manage their users' devices and applications, ensuring security and compliance without needing to own or control the physical hardware.
Key term
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service that helps organizations manage employee devices, apps, and security policies without needing to own or control the physical hardware.
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