SAUTO Network Programmability Foundation Practice Question
Which YANG node type is used specifically to group reusable definitions that can be imported by other modules?
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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grouping
In YANG, the 'grouping' statement is used to define a collection of nodes that can be reused across multiple locations.
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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typedef
Why it's wrong here
A typedef defines a new data type, not a collection of nodes.
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leaf
Why it's wrong here
A leaf node defines a single data value.
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grouping
Why this is correct
A grouping is used to define a block of nodes that can be reused.
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container
Why it's wrong here
A container organizes related nodes.
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