SERVICENOW-CIS-DISCOVERY Discovery Pattern Design Practice Question
When a pattern step needs to run as root, where is this configuration set?
Answer choices
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Correct answer & explanation
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In the step properties, 'Run as' field.
The 'Run as' field in the step properties allows you to specify the execution context (e.g., sudo/root).
Answer analysis
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In the step properties, 'Run as' field.
Why this is correct
The 'Run as' field handles elevation of privileges for the command.
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In the MID Server property.
Why it's wrong here
MID Server handles connectivity, not step execution context.
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In the Discovery Schedule.
Why it's wrong here
Schedules don't control individual steps.
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This cannot be done in a pattern.
Why it's wrong here
It is a standard capability.
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