JNCIS-ENT: Juniper Networks Certified Specialist – Enterprise Routing and Switching (2024) — Question 54

Which static route next-hop value indicates that the packet will be silently dropped?

Answer options

• A. resolve
• B. discard
• C. reject
• D. next-table

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, 'discard', because it indicates that the packet will be silently dropped without any further action. Option A, 'resolve', implies a need to resolve the next hop, while C, 'reject', would typically notify the sender that the packet cannot be processed. Option D, 'next-table', refers to forwarding to another routing table rather than dropping the packet.