CCDE: Cisco Certified Design Expert (Practical) — Question 171

Which two impacts of adding the IP event dampening feature to a network design are true? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. It switches traffic immediately after a link failure
• B. It improves overall network stability
• C. It speeds up link failure detection
• D. It protects against routing loops
• E. It reduces the utilization of system processing resources

Correct answer: B, E

Explanation

Option B is correct because IP event dampening helps to minimize fluctuations in routing information, thereby enhancing network stability. Option E is also correct as it reduces the load on system resources by suppressing frequently flapping routes. The other options do not accurately describe the effects of IP event dampening, as it does not switch traffic immediately, speed up detection, or directly protect against routing loops.