Which statement describes the advantage of a Multi Layer control plane?

The correct answer is D. It provides multivendor configuration capabilities for Layer 3 to Layer 1. A Multi Layer control plane (as used in optical and IP/MPLS transport networks) integrates management and control across multiple network layers - from Layer 1 (optical/OTN) through Layer 3 (IP/MPLS). Its key advantage is that it provides multivendor configuration and management

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AIt automatically provisions monitors, and manages traffic across Layer 0 to Layer 3
BIt minimizes human error configuring converged networks
CIt supports dynamic wavelength restoration in Layer 0
DIt provides multivendor configuration capabilities for Layer 3 to Layer 1

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B
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C
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D
95% (36)

Explanation

A Multi Layer control plane (as used in optical and IP/MPLS transport networks) integrates management and control across multiple network layers - from Layer 1 (optical/OTN) through Layer 3 (IP/MPLS). Its key advantage is that it provides multivendor configuration and management capabilities spanning Layer 1 through Layer 3, enabling operators to orchestrate cross-layer services even in heterogeneous environments with equipment from different vendors. Option A describes full automation (more aligned with SDN). Option B is a general benefit of automation tools. Option C is specific to optical restoration alone, not the defining advantage of a Multi Layer control plane.

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