Match each solution type in Power Platform to its description.
Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.
Used during development; can be edited
Used for deployment; cannot be edited
Identifies the creator of a solution
Update to a managed solution
Replaces an older solution version
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
Managed solution: A solution that is deployed to production environments and cannot be directly edited.
Managed solutions are production-ready and non-editable, while unmanaged solutions are for development and editable. The distractors swap these definitions.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
Managed solution: A solution that is deployed to production environments and cannot be directly edited.
Why this is correct
Managed solutions are used in production and are not directly editable to maintain integrity.
Unmanaged solution: A solution that is used for development and can be directly edited.
Why this is correct
Unmanaged solutions allow direct editing during development.
Managed solution: A solution that is used for development and can be directly edited.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this describes an unmanaged solution, not a managed solution.
Unmanaged solution: A solution that is deployed to production environments and cannot be directly edited.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this describes a managed solution, not an unmanaged solution.
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