CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate — Question 84

R1 has learned route 10.10.10.0/24 via numerous routing protocols. Which route is installed?

Answer options

• A. route with the next hop that has the highest IP
• B. route with the lowest cost
• C. route with the lowest administrative distance
• D. route with the shortest prefix length

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because a route is chosen based on the lowest administrative distance, which indicates the reliability of the route source. Options A, B, and D do not prioritize administrative distance, making them less favorable than the correct choice.