STP Basics and Concepts

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)?

Accepted Answer

To prevent loops in a network topology

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To increase network bandwidth

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To prevent broadcast storms

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To provide IP address allocation

Question 2

Which device role in STP is responsible for forwarding traffic to all other switches in the network segment?

Accepted Answer

Designated Port

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Root Bridge

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Root Port

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Blocking Port

Question 3

In STP, what is a Bridge Protocol Data Unit (BPDU)?

Accepted Answer

A message exchanged between switches to share information about network topology

Answer

A type of error message sent during network congestion

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A data frame used for routing decisions in a network

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A tool used to encrypt data on the network

Question 4

What determines the Root Bridge in STP?

Accepted Answer

The switch with the lowest Bridge ID

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The switch with the highest MAC address

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The switch with the lowest IP address

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The switch with the most number of connected devices

Question 5

Which STP state allows a port to forward data and learn MAC addresses?

Accepted Answer

Forwarding

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Blocking

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Listening

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