JNCIA-Junos: Juniper Networks Certified Associate – Junos (2022) — Question 87

Which two statements describe the functions of the Packet Forwarding Engine (PFE)? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. The PFE will route or switch packets or frames out of the correct interface as quickly as possible.
• B. The PFE will apply filters and routing policies when forwarding the packets to their final destination.
• C. A The PFE will process management traffic to help monitor and manage the network device.
• D. A The PFE will calculate the best network path to each individual subnet based on input from various routing protocols and static routes.

Correct answer: A, B

Explanation

The correct answers, A and B, reflect the primary functions of the Packet Forwarding Engine, which include routing or switching packets efficiently and applying filters and policies during packet forwarding. Options C and D, while related to network management and routing, do not correctly describe the PFE's core responsibilities in packet forwarding.