Match each ServiceNow feature to its primary purpose.
Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.
Server-side logic triggered by record operations
Client-side logic triggered by UI events
Control field visibility, mandatory, and read-only states
Define user permissions on records and fields
Enforce data consistency and validation rules
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
Business Rule: Server-side script that runs when a record is inserted, updated, deleted, or queried.
Correct matches: Business Rules are server-side scripts on database events; Client Scripts are browser-side form scripts; ACLs manage access; Script Includes are reusable server functions. Common confusions: UI Policies are client-side dynamic form behaviors, not server-side; Data Policies are server-side data validation rules, not client-side.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
Business Rule: Server-side script that runs when a record is inserted, updated, deleted, or queried.
Why this is correct
Business Rules are server-side scripts triggered by database operations.
Client Script: Client-side script that runs in the browser on form load, save, or field change.
Why this is correct
Client Scripts execute in the browser to manipulate forms and fields.
UI Policy: Server-side script that controls field visibility and mandatory status.
Why it's wrong here
UI Policies run on the server? Actually, UI Policies are client-side (like Client Scripts) but controlled by conditions; this definition confuses with Business Rules. The correct purpose is to dynamically show/hide fields on forms.
ACL: Controls access to records, fields, and tables via permissions.
Why this is correct
Access Control Lists (ACLs) define who can read, write, or delete data.
Script Include: A reusability function that can be called from both client and server scripts.
Why this is correct
Script Includes are reusable server-side scripts that can be invoked by other scripts.
Data Policy: Client-side script that enforces data consistency rules.
Why it's wrong here
Data Policies run on the server to enforce data rules, not client-side. This definition incorrectly places it on the client.
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