CCNP Automation Practice Question
Which TWO statements are true about Cisco DNA Center automation? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the distinction between declarative and imperative models, and the trap here is that candidates mistakenly associate DNA Center's automation with imperative scripting (like Python or Ansible playbooks) rather than recognizing its intent-based, declarative nature.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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DNA Center uses a declarative model for network configuration.
Cisco DNA Center uses a declarative model for network configuration. In a declarative model, the administrator specifies the desired end-state of the network (e.g., 'VLAN 10 should exist on all access switches'), and DNA Center's automation engine determines the necessary steps to achieve that state, handling dependencies and ordering automatically. This contrasts with imperative models where each step must be explicitly scripted.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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DNA Center primarily uses SNMP to manage devices.
Why it's wrong here
It uses NETCONF, RESTCONF, and other protocols.
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DNA Center only supports greenfield deployments.
Why it's wrong here
It supports both brownfield and greenfield.
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DNA Center uses a declarative model for network configuration.
Why this is correct
DNA Center is declarative.
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DNA Center provides a single dashboard for network management.
Why this is correct
DNA Center is a centralized management platform.
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DNA Center uses an imperative model for network configuration.
Why it's wrong here
It uses a declarative model.
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