JNCIS-SP: Juniper Networks Certified Specialist – Service Provider Routing — Question 40

Which two statements are true about the BGP MED attribute? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. It has a default value of 100
• B. It has an assumed value of 0
• C. It is designed for use when multiple connections exist between the same two autonomous systems
• D. It is designed for use when a BGP router is peering with at least two different autonomous systems

Correct answer: B, C

Explanation

The correct options, B and C, highlight that the BGP MED attribute has a default assumed value of 0 and is utilized when multiple connections exist between the same autonomous systems. Options A and D are incorrect as A provides an incorrect default value and D misrepresents the purpose of the MED attribute.