Entra Permissions Management Highly Privileged Roles
You have a Microsoft Entra tenant that uses Microsoft Entra Permissions Management and contains the accounts shown in the following table: Which accounts will be listed as assigned to highly privileged roles on the Azure AD insights tab in the Entra Permissions Management portal? - 
Community Votes
50% of anonymous learners picked answer C. Votes are pick records left by other test-takers — they are not the verified answer.
Community Insight
The exam traps candidates by listing Exchange Administrator alongside other high-risk roles; knowing the official list of highly privileged roles is critical for correct identification.
This question tests the specific definition of 'highly privileged roles' in Microsoft Entra Permissions Management. It establishes that Exchange Administrator is not classified as highly privileged, unlike Global Administrator.
Candidates often select Option C (Admin2 and Admin4) because they mistakenly assume Exchange Administrator is a highly privileged role or confuse it with Security Administrator.
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Expert Analysis
Why the Answer Is Correct
The Azure AD Insights tab in Entra Permissions Management specifically monitors users assigned to highly privileged roles. According to Microsoft documentation, these include Global Administrator, Privileged Role Administrator, and Security Administrator. Admin1 holds Global Administrator and Admin3 holds Privileged Role Administrator, making them the correct assignments.Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A misses Admin3. Options B, C, and E incorrectly include Admin2 (Exchange Administrator). The Exchange Administrator role is powerful but is not categorized as 'highly privileged' in this context. Admin4 (User Administrator) is also excluded from this specific view.Community Comment Notes
Many learners initially voted for C due to confusion over Exchange Admin privileges. However, comments like "Exchange is not a privileged role" and references to the official permissions reference document confirm that D is the accurate answer based on the 'Privileged' label in the source docs.Official Reference
Exam Strategy
Memorize the specific list of 'highly privileged roles' for the Azure AD Insights tab. Do not assume all administrative roles are included; focus on Global, Privileged Role, and Security Administrators.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Exchange Administrator considered highly privileged?
No. While powerful, Exchange Administrator is not listed as a highly privileged role for the Azure AD Insights tab.
Why is User Administrator not shown?
User Administrator is an administrative role but is not classified as 'highly privileged' in the context of Entra Permissions Management insights.