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Copied text from this documentation: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/configure-dependabot-security-updates-on-github-repo/3-dependabot-alerts

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There is mixed information in the documentation on whether Dependabot alerts are enabled by default on public repositories or not. While studying for the GHAS certification I found conflicting documentation and practice exam questions. I verified myself by going into existing private and public repositories that did not have any GHAS settings modified yet and Dependabot alerts were disabled for both.

Documentation I read for studying:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/configure-dependabot-security-updates-on-github-repo/3-dependabot-alerts

Incorrect exam prep assessment question:
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https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/github-advanced-security/practice/results?assessmentId=590484996&practice-assessment-type=certification&snapshotId=50ffe989-45a4-419e-9321-311e572a5054

This practice exam site had the correct answer for the question:
https://ghcertified.com/questions/advanced_security/question-101/

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