- A
Ethernet Segment Identifier (ESI) uniquely identifies the multi-homed segment.
ESI is key for multi-homing.
- B
Split horizon prevents loops among PEs.
Why wrong: Split horizon is a general principle, not specific to multi-homing.
- C
MAC mobility provides MAC address move detection.
Why wrong: MAC mobility is a feature but not a multi-homing function.
- D
Designated Forwarder (DF) election ensures only one PE forwards broadcast traffic.
DF election prevents loops.
- E
Aliasing allows a PE to advertise all MAC addresses from a segment even if not attached.
Aliasing enables load balancing.
Question 626 of 1,000
350-501 MPLS and Segment Routing Practice Question
This 350-501 practice question tests your understanding of mpls and segment routing. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Which THREE are EVPN multi-homing functions? (Choose three.)
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
✓
Ethernet Segment Identifier (ESI) uniquely identifies the multi-homed segment.
EVPN multi-homing uses ESI for identification, DF election to avoid duplicate frames, and aliasing for load balancing.
Key principle: Count usable hosts — not total addresses — and remember that the network and broadcast addresses are not available to hosts in standard IPv4 subnets.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
Ethernet Segment Identifier (ESI) uniquely identifies the multi-homed segment.
Why this is correct
ESI is key for multi-homing.
Related concept
CIDR notation defines the prefix length.
- ✗
Split horizon prevents loops among PEs.
Why it's wrong here
Split horizon is a general principle, not specific to multi-homing.
- ✗
MAC mobility provides MAC address move detection.
Why it's wrong here
MAC mobility is a feature but not a multi-homing function.
- ✓
Designated Forwarder (DF) election ensures only one PE forwards broadcast traffic.
Why this is correct
DF election prevents loops.
Related concept
CIDR notation defines the prefix length.
- ✓
Aliasing allows a PE to advertise all MAC addresses from a segment even if not attached.
Why this is correct
Aliasing enables load balancing.
Related concept
CIDR notation defines the prefix length.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: usable hosts are not the same as total addresses
Subnetting questions often tempt you into counting all addresses. In normal IPv4 subnets, the network and broadcast addresses are not usable host addresses.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Subnetting questions test whether you can identify the network, broadcast address, usable range, mask and correct subnet. Slow down enough to calculate the block size correctly.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- CIDR notation defines the prefix length.
- Block size helps identify subnet boundaries.
- Network and broadcast addresses are not usable hosts in normal IPv4 subnets.
- The required host count determines the smallest suitable subnet.
TExam Day Tips
- Write the block size before choosing the subnet.
- Check whether the question asks for hosts, subnets or a specific address range.
- Do not confuse /24, /25, /26 and /27 host counts.
Key takeaway
Count usable hosts — not total addresses — and remember that the network and broadcast addresses are not available to hosts in standard IPv4 subnets.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A network engineer segments a warehouse floor into three subnets: 20 scanners, 5 printers, and 2 management hosts. Picking the wrong mask wastes addresses or leaves too few usable hosts. Exam questions test whether you can apply CIDR notation, calculate block size, and identify the correct usable-host range for a given prefix.
What to study next
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What does this 350-501 question test?
MPLS and Segment Routing — This question tests MPLS and Segment Routing — CIDR notation defines the prefix length..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Ethernet Segment Identifier (ESI) uniquely identifies the multi-homed segment. — EVPN multi-homing uses ESI for identification, DF election to avoid duplicate frames, and aliasing for load balancing.
What should I do if I get this 350-501 question wrong?
Review block sizes, usable host formulas (2^n − 2), and how to find network and broadcast addresses for /24 through /30. Then practise related 350-501 subnetting questions on CIDR, address ranges, and subnet selection.
What is the key concept behind this question?
CIDR notation defines the prefix length.
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