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650-196 · Question #10

Bridges and switches are Layer 2 devices that provide the same basic functionality but that also have some differences. Which two traits apply to switches only? (Choose two.)

The correct answer is B. Are faster because forwarding decisions are made on hardware C. Supports Layer 2 VLANs. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.

Question

Bridges and switches are Layer 2 devices that provide the same basic functionality but that also have some differences. Which two traits apply to switches only? (Choose two.)

Options

  • ATypically have fewer ports because forwarding decisions are made in software
  • BAre faster because forwarding decisions are made on hardware
  • CSupports Layer 2 VLANs
  • DFlood frames out all ports
  • ESegment LANs

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(36 responses)
  • A
    11% (4)
  • B
    81% (29)
  • D
    3% (1)
  • E
    6% (2)

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