- A
Column-level security (CLS)
Why wrong: CLS is not a feature in Power BI; it's a SQL Server feature.
- B
Bookmark-based filtering
Why wrong: Bookmarks are for UI, not security.
- C
Object-level security (OLS)
Why wrong: Object-Level Security (OLS) restricts access to entire tables or columns, not specific rows. Therefore, it is not a component that can be used to restrict access to rows of data.
- D
Row-level security (RLS)
Row-Level Security (RLS) is the Power BI feature that restricts access to specific rows of data based on user roles or filters. It directly addresses the requirement.
- E
Dashboard-level permissions
Why wrong: Dashboard permissions control access to the dashboard, not data rows.
Question 716 of 966
PL-300 Row-Level Security (RLS) Practice Question
This PL-300 practice question tests your understanding of manage and secure power bi. 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. A key principle to apply: row-Level Security (RLS). 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.
Which TWO Power BI components can be used to restrict access to specific rows of data for different users? (Select exactly two.)
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
✓
Row-level security (RLS)
Row-Level Security (RLS) directly restricts access to specific rows of data based on user roles or filters. Object-Level Security (OLS) restricts access to entire tables or columns, not individual rows, so it does not meet the requirement. The other options (Column-level security, Bookmark-based filtering, Dashboard-level permissions) are not designed to restrict data at the row level in Power BI.
Key principle: Row-Level Security (RLS)
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Column-level security (CLS)
Why it's wrong here
CLS is not a feature in Power BI; it's a SQL Server feature.
- ✗
Bookmark-based filtering
Why it's wrong here
Bookmarks are for UI, not security.
- ✗
Object-level security (OLS)
Why it's wrong here
Object-Level Security (OLS) restricts access to entire tables or columns, not specific rows. Therefore, it is not a component that can be used to restrict access to rows of data.
- ✓
Row-level security (RLS)
Why this is correct
Row-Level Security (RLS) is the Power BI feature that restricts access to specific rows of data based on user roles or filters. It directly addresses the requirement.
Related concept
Row-Level Security (RLS)
- ✗
Dashboard-level permissions
Why it's wrong here
Dashboard permissions control access to the dashboard, not data rows.
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
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Row-Level Security (RLS)
- Object-Level Security (OLS)
TExam Day Tips
- 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
Row-Level Security (RLS)
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
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What does this PL-300 question test?
Manage and secure Power BI — This question tests Manage and secure Power BI — Row-Level Security (RLS).
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Row-level security (RLS) — Row-Level Security (RLS) directly restricts access to specific rows of data based on user roles or filters. Object-Level Security (OLS) restricts access to entire tables or columns, not individual rows, so it does not meet the requirement. The other options (Column-level security, Bookmark-based filtering, Dashboard-level permissions) are not designed to restrict data at the row level in Power BI.
What should I do if I get this PL-300 question wrong?
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What is the key concept behind this question?
Row-Level Security (RLS)
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