The protocol that maps IP addresses to a Media Access Control (MAC) address is:

The correct answer is E. Address Resolution Protocol (ARP). Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) is a protocol for mapping an Internet Protocol address (IP address) to a physical machine address (MAC address) that is recognized in the local network.

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AInternet Message Access Protocol (IMAP).
BDynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).
CRouting Information Protocol (RIP).
DUser Datagram Protocol (UDP).
EAddress Resolution Protocol (ARP).

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Explanation

Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) is a protocol for mapping an Internet Protocol address (IP address) to a physical machine address (MAC address) that is recognized in the local network.

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