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350-501 Architecture Practice Question

What is the main benefit of using Q-in-Q (802.1ad) in metro Ethernet networks?

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

Increases the number of available VLANs

Q-in-Q allows multiple customer VLANs to be encapsulated within a service provider VLAN, increasing scalability.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

  • Increases the number of available VLANs

    Why this is correct

    Q-in-Q expands VLAN space.

  • Simplifies routing

    Why it's wrong here

    It is a layer 2 feature.

  • Provides encryption

    Why it's wrong here

    No encryption.

  • Reduces latency

    Why it's wrong here

    No significant latency reduction.

Visual reference

Switch VLAN 10 Sales (192.168.10.0/24) PC-A PC-B VLAN 20 HR (192.168.20.0/24) PC-C PC-D Router VLANs isolate traffic — inter-VLAN routing requires a Layer 3 device

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