Implementing Cisco IP Routing (CCNP ROUTE, legacy) — Question 232

Which statement about a non-zero value for the load metric (k2) for EIGRP is true?

Answer options

• A. A change in the load on an interface will cause EIGRP to recalculate the routing metrics and send a corresponding update out to each of its neighbors.
• B. EIGRP calculates interface load as a 5-minute exponentially weighted average that is updated every 5 minutes.
• C. EIGRP considers the load of an interface only when sending an update for some other reason.

Correct answer: A, E, I, G, R, P

Explanation

The correct answer is A because a change in interface load triggers EIGRP to update its routing metrics and inform neighbors. Option B is incorrect as EIGRP does not update load metrics every 5 minutes but reacts to changes immediately. Option C is also wrong since EIGRP actively considers load metrics, not just during other update events.