Routing and Switching MCQs with Answers
Practice important Routing and Switching MCQs with answers and explanations.
Chapter: 37
Q401:
Fill in the blank: The Cisco 1941 router comes with ________ external Compact Flash slots.
A. Two
B. One
C. Four
D. Three
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 37
Q402:
What does an AUX port on a Cisco router typically connect to for remote management?
A. A dial-up telephone line
B. A USB device
C. A LAN switch
D. A WAN interface
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 37
Q403:
Fill in the blank: Routers use ________ to connect to multiple networks, with each interface configured with an IP address and subnet mask.
A. Ethernet interfaces
B. Serial interfaces
C. USB ports
D. Management ports
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 37
Q404:
Which type of interface is commonly used to connect routers to external networks over large distances?
A. Ethernet LAN interface
B. Serial WAN interface
C. USB port
D. Management port
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 37
Q405:
Fill in the blank: The ARP cache on a router stores mappings of ________ to MAC addresses.
A. IP addresses
B. Subnet masks
C. Network prefixes
D. Port numbers
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 37
Q406:
What is the purpose of the packet buffer in a router?
A. To temporarily store packets before processing
B. To store configuration files
C. To manage IP addresses
D. To handle routing protocols
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 37
Q407:
Fill in the blank: The ________ is used to perform a power-on self-test of all components in a router.
A. ROM
B. NVRAM
C. Flash
D. DRAM
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 37
Q408:
Which method allows remote access to a CLI session on a Cisco router across an active network interface?
A. Telnet
B. USB connection
C. Serial connection
D. AUX port
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 38
Q409:
Fill in the blank: ________ is a type of router memory that provides startup instructions and performs basic diagnostics.
A. ROM
B. DRAM
C. Flash
D. NVRAM
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 38
Q410:
What is the primary purpose of internetworking devices?
A. To connect and manage network traffic
B. To store data
C. To run applications
D. To secure networks
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 38
Q411:
Fill in the blank: The physical characteristics of internetworking devices include ________.
A. Port types and module slots
B. Processor speed and storage capacity
C. Operating system version
D. Power consumption
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 38
Q412:
Which of the following is a common type of module used for network connectivity?
A. Network Interface Card (NIC)
B. Graphics Card
C. Storage Drive
D. Memory Module
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 38
Q413:
Fill in the blank: When connecting devices, it is important to select the ________ modules to ensure compatibility.
A. correct
B. incorrect
C. faulty
D. damaged
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 38
Q414:
What should be considered when selecting modules for connectivity?
A. Device compatibility and network requirements
B. Power consumption and operating system
C. Storage capacity and processing speed
D. Temperature and humidity control
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 38
Q415:
Fill in the blank: Connecting multiple devices may require adding ________ to the internetworking devices.
A. modules
B. power supplies
C. cables
D. software
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 38
Q416:
Which physical characteristic is crucial for establishing connections between devices?
A. Port type and module slots
B. Processor speed
C. Storage capacity
D. Operating system version
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 38
Q417:
Fill in the blank: Internetworking devices often have ________ that need to be matched with the correct modules.
A. ports and slots
B. power levels
C. security settings
D. software versions
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 38
Q418:
What is a key factor in determining the correct modules for network devices?
A. Ensuring module compatibility with device specifications
B. Matching the color of the devices
C. Choosing modules based on price
D. Selecting the most recent technology
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 38
Q419:
Fill in the blank: Internetworking devices may require different ________ for various types of network connections.
A. cables and modules
B. operating systems
C. security settings
D. application software
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 38
Q420:
Which step is essential when exploring internetworking devices for connectivity?
A. Identifying and adding the correct modules
B. Rebooting the devices
C. Updating device firmware
D. Adjusting device settings
Correct Answer:
B