Drag and drop each STP port role on the left to its matching definition on the right.
Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.
Best path from a non-root bridge to the root bridge
Best path for a LAN segment, forwards traffic
Alternate path to the root bridge (discarding in RSTP)
Backup path to a shared segment (discarding in RSTP)
Administratively shut down or not running STP
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
Root port: Best path from a non-root bridge to the root bridge
Root port is the best path to the root bridge; Designated port is the best path for a segment; Alternate port provides an alternative path to the root bridge; Backup port provides a backup path to a shared segment.
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