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The answer is that the trigger still references the old site and list ID. This is the most likely reason a Power Automate trigger breaks after moving a SharePoint list because the ‘When an item is created’ trigger is hard-coded to the original site URL and list GUID at the time of creation. When you move the list to a different site, the flow retains those old references and cannot locate the list in its new location, so it simply stops firing. On the Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals PL-900 exam, this question tests your understanding of how triggers bind to specific data sources and that moving a resource does not automatically update dependent flows. A common trap is assuming the flow will adapt or that moving the list breaks the trigger immediately—neither is true; the flow remains intact but orphaned. Remember the memory tip: “Triggers are glued to the old address, not the new home.” Always update the flow’s trigger connection after moving a SharePoint list to restore functionality.
This PL-900 practice question tests your understanding of demonstrate the capabilities of power automate. 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.
A Power Automate flow uses a 'When an item is created' trigger on a SharePoint list. After moving the list to a different site, the flow no longer triggers. What is the most likely reason?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue: "most likely"
Why it matters: Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
The trigger still references the old site and list ID.
Triggers are based on specific site and list, need to be re-created.
The trigger does not support cross-site operations.
Why wrong: It supports if the flow is updated to new site.
The flow was disabled during the move.
Why wrong: Moving a list doesn't disable flows.
The SharePoint connector requires re-authentication.
Why wrong: Authentication is separate from trigger configuration.
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
The trigger still references the old site and list ID.
Option C is correct because the trigger is bound to the original site URL. Option A is wrong because the flow can continue to work if updated. Option B is wrong because it will trigger if the flow is updated. Option D is wrong because moving doesn't break triggers immediately.
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.
The trigger still references the old site and list ID.
Why this is correct
Triggers are based on specific site and list, need to be re-created.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "most likely" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
The trigger does not support cross-site operations.
Why it's wrong here
It supports if the flow is updated to new site.
The flow was disabled during the move.
Why it's wrong here
Moving a list doesn't disable flows.
The SharePoint connector requires re-authentication.
Why it's wrong here
Authentication is separate from trigger configuration.
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 company's IT admin needs to give a contractor read-only access to production logs without sharing account credentials. Using role-based access control (RBAC) and temporary scoped permissions — not a permanent shared password — is the correct pattern. Questions like this test whether you can apply least-privilege access across cloud identity services.
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Demonstrate the capabilities of Power Automate — This question tests Demonstrate the capabilities of Power Automate — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
The correct answer is: The trigger still references the old site and list ID. — Option C is correct because the trigger is bound to the original site URL. Option A is wrong because the flow can continue to work if updated. Option B is wrong because it will trigger if the flow is updated. Option D is wrong because moving doesn't break triggers immediately.
Identify which PL-900 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.
Yes — watch for: "most likely". Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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