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200-150 · Question #140
200-150 Question #140: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is A: backup. This question tests knowledge of the specific router states in HSRP and VRRP that indicate a non-active router is prepared to assume the forwarding role.
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Question
When using HSRP or VRRP, what are the two states of the router interfaces that are ready to take over forwarding for the link, if necessary? (Choose two.)
Options
- Abackup
- Bfloating
- Cstandby
- Dmaster
- Eidle
Explanation
This question tests knowledge of the specific router states in HSRP and VRRP that indicate a non-active router is prepared to assume the forwarding role.
Common mistakes.
- B. 'Floating' is not a defined state in either the HSRP or VRRP protocol specifications.
- D. 'Master' is the VRRP designation for the router currently forwarding traffic as the active gateway, not a router waiting to take over.
- E. 'Idle' is not a recognized operational state in HSRP or VRRP that describes readiness to forward traffic.
Concept tested. HSRP standby and VRRP backup router interface states
Topics
#HSRP#VRRP#first hop redundancy#router failover
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