The answer is show mpls forwarding-table and show mpls label table. These two commands are the correct tools to verify the MPLS label forwarding table because they reveal different but complementary layers of label information: show mpls forwarding-table displays the outgoing label bindings used for actual packet forwarding, including the next-hop and interface, while show mpls label table shows the local label bindings assigned by the router itself. On the Cisco CCNP ENARSI 300-410 exam, this distinction is frequently tested to ensure you understand that the forwarding table is about data-plane action, whereas the label table is about control-plane allocations. A common trap is confusing show mpls ldp bindings, which only reveals label distribution protocol neighbors and not the installed forwarding entries. To remember, think of the forwarding-table as the "action plan" for packets leaving the router, and the label table as the "inventory" of local labels waiting to be matched.
300-410 MPLS Operations Practice Question
This 300-410 practice question tests your understanding of mpls operations. Examine the command output carefully: the correct answer depends on what the output actually shows, not on general recall alone. 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 TWO commands would a network engineer use to verify the MPLS label forwarding table on a Cisco IOS-XE router? (Choose TWO.)
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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show mpls forwarding-table
The MPLS label forwarding table is verified using 'show mpls forwarding-table' and 'show mpls label table'. The former displays outgoing labels for prefixes, while the latter shows local label bindings. Other commands either show LDP neighbors or are invalid.
Key principle: OSPF neighbour adjacency depends on matching area, hello/dead timers, network type, and authentication — IP reachability alone is not enough.
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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show mpls forwarding-table
Why this is correct
This command displays the MPLS forwarding table, including incoming labels, outgoing labels, and next-hop information.
This command shows the IP routing table, not MPLS label information.
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show mpls interfaces
Why it's wrong here
This command shows which interfaces are enabled for MPLS, not the label forwarding table.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: OSPF can fail even when IP connectivity looks correct
OSPF neighbour formation depends on matching areas, timers, network type, authentication and passive-interface behaviour. Do not choose an answer only because the devices can ping.
Trap categories for this question
Command / output trap
This command shows LDP neighbor relationships, not the label forwarding table.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
OSPF questions usually test the details that control adjacency and route selection. Read the neighbour state, area, router ID and interface configuration before deciding what is wrong.
KKey Concepts to Remember
OSPF neighbours must agree on key parameters.
Router ID selection can affect neighbour relationships and LSDB output.
OSPF cost influences the preferred path.
A route can appear in OSPF information but not become the installed route.
TExam Day Tips
→Check area mismatch first when OSPF adjacency fails.
→Review passive interfaces when a network is advertised but no neighbour forms.
→Use show ip ospf neighbor and show ip route clues carefully.
Key takeaway
OSPF neighbour adjacency depends on matching area, hello/dead timers, network type, and authentication — IP reachability alone is not enough.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A network engineer at a university connects two campus buildings via a fibre link. Both routers run OSPF, but no adjacency forms — even though both routers can ping each other. The engineer finds one router is in area 0 and the other in area 1. OSPF adjacency requires matching area numbers, hello/dead timers, and network type. IP reachability alone is not enough.
Related glossary terms
Concepts from this question explained
These glossary pages explain the core terms tested in this 300-410 question in full detail.
Review OSPF neighbour requirements — matching area type, hello and dead timers, network type, stub flags, and authentication. Study show ip ospf neighbor states (INIT, 2-WAY, FULL). Then practise related 300-410 OSPF questions on adjacency and route selection.
MPLS Operations — This question tests MPLS Operations — OSPF neighbours must agree on key parameters..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: show mpls forwarding-table — The MPLS label forwarding table is verified using 'show mpls forwarding-table' and 'show mpls label table'. The former displays outgoing labels for prefixes, while the latter shows local label bindings. Other commands either show LDP neighbors or are invalid.
What should I do if I get this 300-410 question wrong?
Review OSPF neighbour requirements — matching area type, hello and dead timers, network type, stub flags, and authentication. Study show ip ospf neighbor states (INIT, 2-WAY, FULL). Then practise related 300-410 OSPF questions on adjacency and route selection.
What is the key concept behind this question?
OSPF neighbours must agree on key parameters.
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