CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) — Question 847
A network administrator is troubleshooting a connectivity performance issue. As part of the troubleshooting process, the administrator performs a traceroute from the client to the server, and also from the server to the client. While comparing the outputs, the administrator notes they show different hops between the hosts. Which of the following BEST explains these findings?
Answer options
- A. Asymmetric routing
- B. A routing loop
- C. A switch loop
- D. An incorrect gateway
Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is A, as asymmetric routing occurs when the path taken by packets from the client to the server differs from the path taken in the reverse direction. The other options, such as a routing loop or switch loop, indicate problems that would generally result in packet loss or constant looping rather than simply differing hops. An incorrect gateway would prevent connectivity rather than result in different traceroute outputs.