350-601 Network Practice Question
Which two commands are used to verify Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) status on a Cisco Nexus switch? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the distinction between configuration verification commands (like 'show running-config') and operational status commands (like 'show spanning-tree'), leading candidates to mistakenly choose 'show running-config spanning-tree' when they need to verify real-time STP state.
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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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show spanning-tree
On Cisco Nexus switches, the correct command to verify Spanning Tree Protocol status is 'show spanning-tree'. This command displays the STP state for all VLANs, including root bridge, port roles, and port states. Option C is correct because it is the standard Cisco command for viewing STP information across all VLANs.
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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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show stp brief
Why it's wrong here
This command is not valid on Nexus; use 'show spanning-tree brief'.
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show vlan spanning-tree
Why it's wrong here
Not a valid command.
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show spanning-tree
Why this is correct
Correct. Displays STP state for all VLANs.
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show spanning-tree detail
Why this is correct
Correct. Shows detailed STP information.
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show running-config spanning-tree
Why it's wrong here
Shows configuration, not status.
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