Question 327 of 976

Describe the business value of Microsoft Power Platform →hardMultiple ChoiceObjective-mapped

Quick Answer

The answer is Microsoft Dataverse. This is correct because the exhibit displays a Power Apps app definition referencing a Dataverse table, such as 'Accounts' or 'Contacts', as its data source; Dataverse is the native data platform for Power Apps, providing relational tables, business logic, and security directly within the Power Platform, so the connector used is always Microsoft Dataverse when building canvas or model-driven apps with these tables. On the PL-900 exam, this question tests your ability to identify connectors from an exhibit, often by spotting table names like 'Account' or 'Contact' that are unique to Dataverse, not SharePoint or SQL. A common trap is confusing Dataverse with the Common Data Service (its former name) or assuming any table means SharePoint—remember, Dataverse tables appear with a database icon and schema prefixes. Memory tip: if you see a table name that looks like a business entity (e.g., 'Lead', 'Opportunity'), think Dataverse first.

PL-900 Practice Question: Describe the business value of Microsoft Power Platform

This PL-900 practice question tests your understanding of describe the business value of microsoft power platform. 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.

Exhibit

{
  "type": "Microsoft.PowerApps/apps",
  "properties": {
    "appVersion": "1.0.0",
    "createdBy": {
      "displayName": "John Doe"
    },
    "lastModifiedBy": {
      "displayName": "Jane Smith"
    },
    "connections": [
      {
        "name": "shared_commondataservice",
        "id": "/providers/Microsoft.PowerApps/apis/shared_commondataservice"
      }
    ]
  }
}

Refer to the exhibit. You are reviewing a Power Apps app definition. Based on the exhibit, which connector does the app use?

Question 1hardmultiple choice

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Exhibit

{
  "type": "Microsoft.PowerApps/apps",
  "properties": {
    "appVersion": "1.0.0",
    "createdBy": {
      "displayName": "John Doe"
    },
    "lastModifiedBy": {
      "displayName": "Jane Smith"
    },
    "connections": [
      {
        "name": "shared_commondataservice",
        "id": "/providers/Microsoft.PowerApps/apis/shared_commondataservice"
      }
    ]
  }
}

A
Microsoft Dataverse
The connection ID 'shared_commondataservice' corresponds to Dataverse.
B
Office 365 Users
Why wrong: The exhibit does not show an Office 365 Users connector.
C
SQL Server
Why wrong: The connector is for Dataverse, not SQL Server.
D
SharePoint
Why wrong: No SharePoint connector is listed.

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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

✓

Microsoft Dataverse

The exhibit shows a Power Apps app definition that includes a reference to a Microsoft Dataverse table (e.g., 'Accounts' or 'Contacts') as the data source. Dataverse is the native data platform for Power Apps, providing relational tables, business logic, and security directly within the Power Platform. The connector used is Microsoft Dataverse, which is the default connector when building canvas or model-driven apps with Dataverse tables.

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.

✓
Microsoft Dataverse
Why this is correct
The connection ID 'shared_commondataservice' corresponds to Dataverse.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
✗
Office 365 Users
Why it's wrong here
The exhibit does not show an Office 365 Users connector.
✗
SQL Server
Why it's wrong here
The connector is for Dataverse, not SQL Server.
✗
SharePoint
Why it's wrong here
No SharePoint connector is listed.

Common exam traps

Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword

The trap here is that candidates often confuse the Dataverse connector with SharePoint or SQL Server because they see a table-like structure, but Dataverse is a distinct platform service with its own connector, not a SharePoint list or SQL database.

Trap categories for this question

Command / output trap
The exhibit does not show an Office 365 Users connector.

Detailed technical explanation

How to think about this question

Under the hood, the Microsoft Dataverse connector uses the OData v4 protocol to communicate with the Dataverse Web API, enabling CRUD operations and querying of tables. A subtle behavior is that when you add a Dataverse table as a data source in a canvas app, Power Apps automatically generates a connection using the current user's authentication context, leveraging Azure AD OAuth 2.0 tokens. In a real-world scenario, this allows builders to create apps that enforce role-based security and business rules defined in Dataverse without writing custom connection code.

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.

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

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.

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What does this PL-900 question test?

Describe the business value of Microsoft Power Platform — This question tests Describe the business value of Microsoft Power Platform — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..

What is the correct answer to this question?

The correct answer is: Microsoft Dataverse — The exhibit shows a Power Apps app definition that includes a reference to a Microsoft Dataverse table (e.g., 'Accounts' or 'Contacts') as the data source. Dataverse is the native data platform for Power Apps, providing relational tables, business logic, and security directly within the Power Platform. The connector used is Microsoft Dataverse, which is the default connector when building canvas or model-driven apps with Dataverse tables.

What should I do if I get this PL-900 question wrong?

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These questions test the same concept from different angles. Work through them to make sure you can recognise it however the exam phrases it.

Variation 1. A logistics company uses Power Apps to build a fleet management app. They need to integrate real-time GPS data from IoT devices. Which connector should they use?

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A.SharePoint connector
✓ B.IoT connector
C.Dynamics 365 connector
D.Office 365 Users connector

Why B: The IoT connector is specifically designed to ingest and process data from Internet of Things devices, including real-time GPS streams from fleet telematics. It provides built-in triggers and actions for handling device telemetry, making it the correct choice for integrating live GPS data into a Power Apps fleet management solution.

Last reviewed: Jun 24, 2026

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