350-501 Networking Practice Question
Which three BGP attributes are considered in the route selection process before comparing MED? (Choose three.)
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Why each option matters
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Weight
The order: weight, local pref, originate (locally originated), AS_PATH length, ORIGIN, MED. So weight, local pref, and AS_PATH length are before MED.
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Weight
Why this is correct
Highest weight is first in selection.
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MED
Why it's wrong here
MED is compared later.
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Local preference
Why this is correct
Second after weight.
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Router ID
Why it's wrong here
Router ID is a tie-breaker after MED.
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AS_PATH length
Why this is correct
Third after locally originated? Actually after local pref and before ORIGIN.
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