350-601 Automation Practice Question
Which two of the following are benefits of using YANG data models for network automation? (Choose two.)
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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They enable network automation and multi-vendor interoperability
YANG models provide structured, standardized data models, enabling automation and vendor interoperability. They reduce manual CLI commands and allow validation. YANG is not tied to a specific transport.
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They enable network automation and multi-vendor interoperability
Why this is correct
Standard models like OpenConfig support multi-vendor.
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They are only supported by Cisco devices
Why it's wrong here
YANG is vendor-agnostic.
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They eliminate the need for any CLI commands
Why it's wrong here
YANG does not eliminate CLI; it provides an alternative.
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They require the use of NETCONF exclusively
Why it's wrong here
YANG can be used with NETCONF or RESTCONF.
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They provide a structured, standardised representation of network configuration and state
Why this is correct
YANG models define structured data.
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