Final answer:
Azure free accounts come with limited support such as online documentation and forums, but not with a Standard support plan. To receive Standard or higher level technical support, you must purchase the plan separately.
Step-by-step explanation:
Azure free accounts do not come with a Standard support plan included. With an Azure free account, you get limited access to a number of Azure services for 12 months and certain amounts of those services for free. However, regarding support plans, all you receive is access to online documentation, forums, and support on billing and subscription management without additional charge. To receive a higher level of technical support, such as that offered under the Standard plan, you must purchase a support plan separately.Answer to the question is b) No, support plans must be purchased separately. Free accounts are not provided with a Standard support plan, and to access Standard, Professional Direct, or Premier support services, a user must opt for a paid support plan.