- A
Create and save custom KQL queries in the Hunting blade
Correct. Custom KQL queries can be created and saved in the Hunting blade for threat hunting.
- B
Use the built-in hunting queries in the Microsoft Sentinel Hunting blade
Correct. Built-in hunting queries in the Hunting blade provide pre-written KQL for common threat hunting scenarios.
- C
Configure automated response rules to detect threats
Why wrong: Incorrect. Automated response rules are used for incident response, not for proactive threat hunting.
- D
Use Workbooks to visualize data and identify anomalies
Why wrong: Incorrect. Workbooks are used for data visualization and dashboards, not for interactive hunting.
- E
Create a Playbook to automatically run queries on a schedule
Why wrong: Incorrect. Playbooks are automation workflows for incident response, not for running queries on a schedule.
SC-200 Hunting blade Practice Question
This SC-200 practice question tests your understanding of perform threat hunting. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. A key principle to apply: hunting blade. 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 of the following are valid methods to perform threat hunting in Microsoft Sentinel? (Choose 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
Create and save custom KQL queries in the Hunting blade
Options A and B are correct. A: Custom KQL queries can be created and saved in the Hunting blade. B: The Hunting blade provides built-in hunting queries. Option C is incorrect because automated response rules are for incident response, not proactive threat hunting. Option D is incorrect because Workbooks are for visualization, not interactive hunting queries. Option E is incorrect because Playbooks are for automated responses, not scheduling queries; scheduled analytics rules handle periodic query execution.
Key principle: Hunting blade
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
Create and save custom KQL queries in the Hunting blade
Why this is correct
Correct. Custom KQL queries can be created and saved in the Hunting blade for threat hunting.
Related concept
Hunting blade
- ✓
Use the built-in hunting queries in the Microsoft Sentinel Hunting blade
Why this is correct
Correct. Built-in hunting queries in the Hunting blade provide pre-written KQL for common threat hunting scenarios.
Related concept
Hunting blade
- ✗
Configure automated response rules to detect threats
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Automated response rules are used for incident response, not for proactive threat hunting.
- ✗
Use Workbooks to visualize data and identify anomalies
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Workbooks are used for data visualization and dashboards, not for interactive hunting.
- ✗
Create a Playbook to automatically run queries on a schedule
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Playbooks are automation workflows for incident response, not for running queries on a schedule.
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
- Hunting blade
- Built-in hunting queries
- Custom KQL queries
- Threat hunting
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
Hunting blade
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. Hunting blade 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 SC-200 question test?
Perform threat hunting — This question tests Perform threat hunting — Hunting blade.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Create and save custom KQL queries in the Hunting blade — Options A and B are correct. A: Custom KQL queries can be created and saved in the Hunting blade. B: The Hunting blade provides built-in hunting queries. Option C is incorrect because automated response rules are for incident response, not proactive threat hunting. Option D is incorrect because Workbooks are for visualization, not interactive hunting queries. Option E is incorrect because Playbooks are for automated responses, not scheduling queries; scheduled analytics rules handle periodic query execution.
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What is the key concept behind this question?
Hunting blade
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