Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR) — Question 204

How does the EIGRP metric differ from the OSPF metric?

Answer options

• A. The EIGRP metric is calculated based on bandwidth only. The OSPF metric is calculated on delay only.
• B. The EIGRP metric is calculated based on delay only. The OSPF metric is calculated on bandwidth and delay.
• C. The EIGRP metric is calculated based on bandwidth and delay. The OSPF metric is calculated on bandwidth only.
• D. The EIGRP metric is calculated based on hop count and bandwidth. The OSPF metric is calculated on bandwidth and delay.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because EIGRP calculates its metric using both bandwidth and delay, allowing for more comprehensive path selection. In contrast, OSPF's metric is only based on bandwidth, making the statement in option C accurate. Options A, B, and D incorrectly describe the components used by EIGRP and OSPF, leading to their inaccuracy.