CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate — Question 610

Why is a first-hop redundancy protocol implemented?

Answer options

• A. to enable multiple switches to operate as a single unit
• B. to provide load-sharing for a multilink segment
• C. to prevent loops in a network
• D. to protect against default gateway failures

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because a first-hop redundancy protocol is designed to ensure that there is a backup path available in case the default gateway fails. Options A, B, and C are incorrect as they refer to different functionalities that are not the primary purpose of first-hop redundancy protocols.