SERVICENOW-CIS-DISCOVERY Discovery Configuration Practice Question
When configuring a Discovery Schedule, what happens if the 'Active' checkbox is unchecked?
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
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It does not run
An inactive Discovery Schedule will not run, regardless of the schedule definition or the defined Discovery range.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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It remains in the queue
Why it's wrong here
It will not be triggered for the queue.
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It runs only once
Why it's wrong here
Inactive schedules do not execute.
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It does not run
Why this is correct
Disabling the Active flag prevents the schedule from executing.
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It ignores the IP ranges
Why it's wrong here
The schedule is entirely skipped.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ServiceNow exam blueprint
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