The answer is that the route map is not applied to the static route using the ‘route-map’ keyword under the ‘ip route’ command. This is the most likely explanation because a route map configured for IP SLA tracking does not automatically influence a static route; it must be explicitly tied to that route via the `ip route <prefix> <mask> <next-hop> route-map <name>` syntax. Without this keyword, the static route uses its configured next hop directly, and the route map’s logic—such as setting a conditional next hop based on the track object—is never evaluated. On the Cisco CCNP ENARSI 300-410 exam, this scenario tests your understanding of how IP SLA interacts with policy-based routing and static route manipulation, often appearing as a trap where candidates assume a route map alone will affect the routing table. A common memory tip is “no map, no match”—if you don’t attach the route-map keyword to the static route, the IP SLA tracking has no effect on the forwarding decision.
300-410 IP SLA Practice Question
This 300-410 practice question tests your understanding of ip sla. 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.
A network engineer configures IP SLA with an ICMP echo operation to monitor a remote host. The engineer also configures a route map to set the next hop based on the IP SLA track object. The engineer notices that the route map is not applied to the routing table as expected. The show ip route shows the static route with the correct next hop, but the route map does not seem to affect the routing decision. Which is the most likely explanation?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue: "most likely"
Why it matters: Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
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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The route map is not applied to the static route using the 'route-map' keyword under the 'ip route' command.
Route maps can be used with IP SLA tracking to modify route attributes, but the route map must be applied to the routing process or to the static route itself. If the route map is configured but not applied correctly, it will not affect the routing table. Additionally, route maps used with IP SLA tracking are typically applied to redistribution, not to static routes directly. The most common edge case is that the route map is not applied to the static route using the 'route-map' keyword under the 'ip route' command.
Key principle: NAT direction and interface roles matter as much as the IP address mapping. Inside/outside designation controls which traffic is translated.
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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The route map is not applied to the static route using the 'route-map' keyword under the 'ip route' command.
Why this is correct
To use a route map with a static route, the route map must be referenced in the static route configuration; otherwise, it has no effect.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "most likely" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
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The IP SLA track object is not referenced in the route map.
Why it's wrong here
The track object can be used in the route map, but the route map must be applied to the route.
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The route map is configured with a match clause that does not match the static route.
Why it's wrong here
The match clause may not be the issue; the application of the route map is.
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The IP SLA operation is not reachable, so the route map is not triggered.
Why it's wrong here
The operation is successful, so reachability is not the issue.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: NAT rules depend on direction and matching traffic
NAT is not only about the public address. The inside/outside interface roles and the ACL or rule that matches traffic are just as important.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
NAT questions usually test address translation, overload/PAT behaviour, static mappings and whether the right traffic is being translated. Read the interface direction and address terms carefully.
KKey Concepts to Remember
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
PAT allows many inside hosts to share one public address using ports.
Inside local and inside global describe the private and translated addresses.
NAT ACLs identify traffic for translation, not always security filtering.
TExam Day Tips
→Identify inside and outside interfaces first.
→Check whether the scenario needs static NAT, dynamic NAT or PAT.
→Do not confuse NAT matching ACLs with normal packet-filtering intent.
Key takeaway
NAT direction and interface roles matter as much as the IP address mapping. Inside/outside designation controls which traffic is translated.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A small business has 20 workstations on the 192.168.1.0/24 network and one public IP from its ISP. The router uses PAT (NAT overload) so all 20 devices share one public address using different source ports. NAT questions test whether you understand the four address terms and which direction each translation applies.
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 the four NAT address types (inside local, inside global, outside local, outside global), PAT port overload, and static vs dynamic NAT use cases. Then practise related 300-410 NAT questions on configuration and troubleshooting.
IP SLA — This question tests IP SLA — Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: The route map is not applied to the static route using the 'route-map' keyword under the 'ip route' command. — Route maps can be used with IP SLA tracking to modify route attributes, but the route map must be applied to the routing process or to the static route itself. If the route map is configured but not applied correctly, it will not affect the routing table. Additionally, route maps used with IP SLA tracking are typically applied to redistribution, not to static routes directly. The most common edge case is that the route map is not applied to the static route using the 'route-map' keyword under the 'ip route' command.
What should I do if I get this 300-410 question wrong?
Review the four NAT address types (inside local, inside global, outside local, outside global), PAT port overload, and static vs dynamic NAT use cases. Then practise related 300-410 NAT questions on configuration and troubleshooting.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "most likely". Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
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Variation 1. A network engineer configured IP SLA 50 to monitor a remote router's loopback (5.5.5.5) using ICMP echo. The IP SLA is linked to a track object that is used in a PBR (policy-based routing) route-map. The engineer notices that the PBR is not applying the alternate path when the IP SLA goes down. The track object shows 'Down'. What is the most likely misconfiguration?
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✓ A.The route-map is missing the 'set ip next-hop verify-availability' command with the track object.
B.The IP SLA probe is using the wrong source interface.
C.The track object is configured with a delay that prevents immediate reaction.
D.The PBR is applied to the wrong interface.
Why A: PBR with set ip next-hop verify-availability requires the track object to be referenced correctly in the route-map. If the route-map uses 'set ip next-hop verify-availability' but does not include the track keyword, PBR will not react to the IP SLA state.
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