- A
Configure self-service password reset
Why wrong: Incorrect: SSPR is an Entra ID feature, not specifically Identity Governance.
- B
Reset user passwords
Why wrong: Incorrect: Password reset is not a governance function.
- C
Automate user lifecycle workflows
Correct: Lifecycle workflows are part of Identity Governance.
- D
Create conditional access policies
Why wrong: Incorrect: Conditional Access is separate from Identity Governance.
- E
Manage access reviews for groups and applications
Correct: Access reviews are a key Identity Governance feature.
Question 61 of 1,411
SC-900 Identity Governance Practice Question
This SC-900 practice question tests your understanding of describe the capabilities of microsoft security solutions. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. A key principle to apply: identity Governance. 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 actions can be performed using Microsoft Entra Identity Governance? (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
✓
Automate user lifecycle workflows
Microsoft Entra Identity Governance includes capabilities like entitlement management, access reviews, and lifecycle workflows. Option C (Automate user lifecycle workflows) is a core feature of Identity Governance, enabling automated provisioning and deprovisioning. Option E (Manage access reviews for groups and applications) is also a key component, allowing periodic review of access. Option A (Configure self-service password reset) is a self-service feature of Microsoft Entra ID, not governance. Option B (Reset user passwords) is an administrative task outside Identity Governance. Option D (Create conditional access policies) is part of Microsoft Entra Conditional Access, which is a security feature, not governance.
Key principle: Identity Governance
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Configure self-service password reset
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: SSPR is an Entra ID feature, not specifically Identity Governance.
- ✗
Reset user passwords
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: Password reset is not a governance function.
- ✓
Automate user lifecycle workflows
Why this is correct
Correct: Lifecycle workflows are part of Identity Governance.
Related concept
Identity Governance
- ✗
Create conditional access policies
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: Conditional Access is separate from Identity Governance.
- ✓
Manage access reviews for groups and applications
Why this is correct
Correct: Access reviews are a key Identity Governance feature.
Related concept
Identity Governance
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
A common trap is to confuse Privileged Identity Management (PIM) with Identity Governance. While PIM is related, Identity Governance specifically includes access reviews and lifecycle workflows, not PIM assignments. Also, Conditional Access is a separate security capability.
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
- Identity Governance
- Access Reviews
- Lifecycle Workflows
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
Identity Governance
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
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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What does this SC-900 question test?
Describe the capabilities of Microsoft security solutions — This question tests Describe the capabilities of Microsoft security solutions — Identity Governance.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Automate user lifecycle workflows — Microsoft Entra Identity Governance includes capabilities like entitlement management, access reviews, and lifecycle workflows. Option C (Automate user lifecycle workflows) is a core feature of Identity Governance, enabling automated provisioning and deprovisioning. Option E (Manage access reviews for groups and applications) is also a key component, allowing periodic review of access. Option A (Configure self-service password reset) is a self-service feature of Microsoft Entra ID, not governance. Option B (Reset user passwords) is an administrative task outside Identity Governance. Option D (Create conditional access policies) is part of Microsoft Entra Conditional Access, which is a security feature, not governance.
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What is the key concept behind this question?
Identity Governance
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