Routing and Switching MCQs with Answers
Practice important Routing and Switching MCQs with answers and explanations.
Multiple Choice Questions
Q431: What is a key difference between switches and routers?
- A: Number of interfaces supported
- B: Type of interfaces supported
- C: Command structure
- D: Initial configuration steps
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B
Q432: What is the purpose of the no shutdown command in configuring an interface?
- A: Activate the interface
- B: Assign an IP address
- C: Reset the router
- D: Enable the banner
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A
Q433: How can interfaces be described for easier troubleshooting?
- A: By assigning IP addresses
- B: By configuring a VLAN
- C: By adding a description
- D: By using the no shutdown command
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C
Q434: What command is used to assign an IPv4 address and subnet mask to an interface?
- A: no shutdown
- B: ip address
- C: show running-config
- D: configure terminal
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B
Q435: Fill in the blank: To activate an interface on a Cisco router or switch, use the _______ command.
- A: enable
- B: ip address
- C: no shutdown
- D: interface
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C
Q436: Fill in the blank: A Layer 2 switch primarily supports _______ interfaces.
- A: WAN
- B: Serial
- C: Gigabit Ethernet
- D: HWIC
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C
Q437: Which type of interface is supported by routers but not by switches?
- A: Ethernet
- B: FastEthernet
- C: Serial
- D: VLAN
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C
Q438: What is the maximum character limit for a description on an interface?
- A: 100
- B: 200
- C: 240
- D: 300
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C
Q439: Which of the following devices can connect to a router’s interface to activate the physical layer?
- A: Firewall
- B: Hub
- C: Modem
- D: Desktop
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B
Q440: What is the purpose of securing access to the CLI and console port on a router?
- A: To improve network performance
- B: To secure unauthorized access
- C: To increase bandwidth
- D: To configure routing protocols
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B