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CCNP Practice Question: Drag and drop the steps of Rapid PVST+ topology…
Drag and drop the steps of Rapid PVST+ topology change notification process into the correct order, from first to last.
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Port transitions to forwarding
In Rapid PVST+, the correct order of the topology change notification process is: first, the switch sends a proposal message on its designated port (B). The neighbor receives the proposal and synchronizes port roles (C). Then the neighbor sends an agreement message back (D). After agreement, the port transitions to forwarding (A). Finally, the switch propagates the topology change via the TC-while timer (E). This sequence ensures loop-free convergence.
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Port transitions to forwarding
Why this is correct
Port transitions to forwarding after the agreement is received; it is the fourth step.
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Switch sends proposal message on designated port
Why this is correct
Switch sends proposal message on designated port to initiate synchronization; it is the first step.
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Neighbor receives proposal and synchronizes port roles
Why this is correct
Neighbor receives the proposal and synchronizes its port roles; it is the second step.
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Neighbor sends agreement message back
Why this is correct
Neighbor sends an agreement message back to confirm synchronization; it is the third step.
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Switch propagates topology change via TC-while timer
Why this is correct
Switch propagates the topology change via the TC-while timer after the port is forwarding; it is the final step.
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