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Respond to security incidents →hardMultiple ChoiceObjective-mapped

Quick Answer

The correct answer is to retrieve sign-in logs for the user involved in the incident. The RunQuery action executes a predefined KQL query that dynamically uses the UserPrincipalName from the incident’s entities, pulling relevant sign-in logs directly into the automation rule for immediate investigation. This is a key concept for the SC-200 exam, where Microsoft tests your ability to distinguish automation rule actions from playbooks—RunQuery runs inline KQL, not Logic Apps or PowerShell. A common trap is confusing RunQuery with incident updates or external script execution; remember that RunQuery only fetches data, it does not modify the incident or run code outside Sentinel. For a memory tip, think “RunQuery = Run a Query on the User” to anchor that it pulls logs for the entity involved.

SC-200 Respond to security incidents Practice Question

This SC-200 practice question tests your understanding of respond to security incidents. 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

Refer to the exhibit.
```json
{
  "properties": {
    "displayName": "Investigate-Suspicious-Signin",
    "triggers": [
      {
        "type": "SentinelIncident",
        "conditions": [
          {
            "condition": "AlertName",
            "operator": "Equals",
            "value": "Suspicious sign-in activity"
          }
        ]
      }
    ],
    "actions": [
      {
        "type": "RunQuery",
        "query": "SigninLogs | where UserPrincipalName == @{trigger().outputs?.Incident?.Entities[0]?.UserPrincipalName}"
      }
    ]
  }
}
```

Refer to the exhibit. This is a snippet from an automation rule in Microsoft Sentinel. What is the purpose of the 'RunQuery' action?

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Exhibit

Refer to the exhibit.
```json
{
  "properties": {
    "displayName": "Investigate-Suspicious-Signin",
    "triggers": [
      {
        "type": "SentinelIncident",
        "conditions": [
          {
            "condition": "AlertName",
            "operator": "Equals",
            "value": "Suspicious sign-in activity"
          }
        ]
      }
    ],
    "actions": [
      {
        "type": "RunQuery",
        "query": "SigninLogs | where UserPrincipalName == @{trigger().outputs?.Incident?.Entities[0]?.UserPrincipalName}"
      }
    ]
  }
}
```

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

✓

To retrieve sign-in logs for the user involved in the incident.

Option B is correct. The action runs a KQL query using the UserPrincipalName from the incident's entities (the user involved) to pull sign-in logs for further investigation. Option A is wrong because playbooks, not automation rules, run Logic Apps. Option C is wrong because 'RunQuery' does not update the incident. Option D is wrong because the query is KQL, not a PowerShell script.

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.

  • ✗

    To automatically update the incident status to 'Active'.

    Why it's wrong here

    The action does not modify the incident; it runs a query.

  • ✗

    To run a PowerShell script on the affected endpoint.

    Why it's wrong here

    The action executes a KQL query, not a PowerShell script.

  • ✗

    To trigger a playbook that isolates the user's device.

    Why it's wrong here

    The action type is 'RunQuery', not a playbook trigger.

  • ✓

    To retrieve sign-in logs for the user involved in the incident.

    Why this is correct

    The query filters SigninLogs by the user's UserPrincipalName from the incident.

    Related concept

    Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.

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

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.

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.
  • Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.

TExam Day Tips

  • Underline the problem statement mentally.
  • 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.

What to study next

Got this wrong? Here's your next step.

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What does this SC-200 question test?

Respond to security incidents — This question tests Respond to security incidents — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..

What is the correct answer to this question?

The correct answer is: To retrieve sign-in logs for the user involved in the incident. — Option B is correct. The action runs a KQL query using the UserPrincipalName from the incident's entities (the user involved) to pull sign-in logs for further investigation. Option A is wrong because playbooks, not automation rules, run Logic Apps. Option C is wrong because 'RunQuery' does not update the incident. Option D is wrong because the query is KQL, not a PowerShell script.

What should I do if I get this SC-200 question wrong?

Identify which SC-200 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.

What is the key concept behind this question?

Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.

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