Routing and Switching MCQs with Answers
Practice important Routing and Switching MCQs with answers and explanations.
Chapter: 21
Q221:
Which sublayer of the data link layer defines the software processes for network layer protocols?
A. Logical Link Control (LLC)
B. Media Access Control (MAC)
C. Physical Layer
D. Network Interface Layer
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 21
Q222:
Fill in the blank: The Media Access Control (MAC) sublayer provides ________ and delimiting of data according to the physical signaling requirements.
A. data link layer addressing
B. network layer addressing
C. error detection
D. flow control
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 21
Q223:
What does the Frame Check Sequence (FCS) field in a data link layer frame do?
A. Calculates a logical summary of the frame contents
B. Indicates the frame's destination address
C. Shows the start of the frame
D. Determines the type of upper layer service
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 21
Q224:
Fill in the blank: The ________ field in a data link layer frame is used to indicate the beginning of the frame.
A. Start Frame
B. Priority/Quality of Service
C. Logical Connection Control
D. Flow Control
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 21
Q225:
Which field in a data link layer frame indicates the source and destination nodes on the media?
A. Source and Destination Address field
B. Type field
C. Start Frame field
D. Priority/Quality of Service field
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 21
Q226:
Fill in the blank: The Frame Check Sequence (FCS) field compares the CRC value of the received frame to the CRC calculated at the ________.
A. source node
B. destination node
C. sender's end
D. receiver's end
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 21
Q227:
What is the purpose of the Priority/Quality of Service field in some data link layer protocols?
A. Indicate a particular type of communication service
B. for error detection
C. Determine the frame's start
D. Provide source and destination addresses
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 21
Q228:
Fill in the blank: The Logical Connection Control field is used to establish a ________ between nodes.
A. .logical connection
B. media link
C. error detection flow
D. control path
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 21
Q229:
What is the function of the Start Frame field in a data link layer frame?
A. Indicates the beginning of the frame
B. Shows the type of upper layer service
C. Provides flow control
D. Establishes a logical connection
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 21
Q230:
Fill in the blank: The data link layer separates media transitions from the communication processes of ________.
A. upper layers
B. lower layers
C. physical layers
D. hardware components
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 22
Q231:
In Packet Tracer, what is crucial for connecting devices properly?
A. Selecting the appropriate cable and configuring devices
B. Only selecting the appropriate cable
C. Only configuring devices
D. None of the above
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 22
Q232:
Fill in the blank: To connect devices in Packet Tracer, you must choose the proper ________ based on the configuration.
A. cable
B. port
C. network
D. adapter
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 22
Q233:
What should you consider when selecting a cable for device connections in Packet Tracer?
A. The device configuration and connection type
B. The device's color
C. The location of the devices
D. The size of the devices
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 22
Q234:
Fill in the blank: The activity in Packet Tracer will examine device ________ and connecting the devices.
A. configurations
B. positions
C. types
D. locations
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 22
Q235:
When connecting a wired LAN in Packet Tracer, you need to choose the correct ________ for the connection.
A. cable
B. port
C. adapter
D. type of device
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 22
Q236:
Fill in the blank: Properly connecting devices in Packet Tracer involves selecting the correct ________ and configuring devices accordingly.
A. cable
B. device
C. network
D. software
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 22
Q237:
What is the purpose of exploring the physical view of the network in Packet Tracer?
A. To understand the layout and connections of devices
B. To change device colors
C. To adjust device sizes
D. To manage network traffic
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 22
Q238:
Fill in the blank: In Packet Tracer, the physical view of the network helps visualize how devices are ________.
A. connected
B. colored
C. updated
D. located
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 22
Q239:
What is a key aspect of connecting devices in Packet Tracer?
A. Proper cable selection based on device configuration
B. Only configuring devices
C. Using any cable available
D. None of the above
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 22
Q240:
Fill in the blank: To ensure proper connections in Packet Tracer, you must consider both cable selection and device ________.
A. configuration
B. placement
C. brand
D. type
Correct Answer:
A