350-501 MPLS and Segment Routing Practice Question
In CSPF (Constrained Shortest Path First) for MPLS-TE, which of the following is NOT a typical constraint considered during path computation?
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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Administrative distance
CSPF considers bandwidth, affinity (color), and explicit constraints, but not administrative distance, which is a routing protocol metric.
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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Bandwidth
Why it's wrong here
Bandwidth is a common constraint.
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Affinity (color)
Why it's wrong here
Affinity is used for link coloring.
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Explicit path inclusion/exclusion
Why it's wrong here
Explicit path is a constraint.
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Administrative distance
Why this is correct
Administrative distance is not a TE constraint.
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