CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) — Question 87

Which of the following commands is used to determine how a packet reaches a server?

Answer options

• A. ip addr
• B. traceroute
• C. ping
• D. dig

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, 'traceroute', which shows the route that packets take to a server. Option A, 'ip addr', displays IP addresses and network interfaces, while C, 'ping', checks connectivity to a server without showing the route. Option D, 'dig', is used for DNS queries, not for tracing packet routes.