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300-410 Practice Question: Which TWO statements about the 'time-range'…
Which TWO statements about the 'time-range' feature in IPv4 ACLs are correct? (Choose TWO.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the misconception that a time-range applies to the entire ACL rather than individual ACEs, leading candidates to incorrectly select option B.
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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A time-range can include both absolute and periodic statements simultaneously.
The 'time-range' feature in Cisco IOS allows both absolute (specific start/end dates) and periodic (recurring days/times) statements to be combined within a single time-range definition. This enables flexible scheduling, such as allowing traffic only during business hours on weekdays while also specifying an absolute end date for the policy.
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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A time-range can include both absolute and periodic statements simultaneously.
Why this is correct
Correct. A time-range can have one absolute statement and multiple periodic statements; the ACE is active if any of the conditions are met.
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The time-range is applied to the entire ACL, not individual ACEs.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. The time-range is referenced per ACE using the 'time-range' keyword, so each ACE can have its own time constraint.
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If the router's clock is not set, the time-range will be considered active at all times.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. If the clock is not set, the time-range is considered inactive, and the ACE will not match any traffic.
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The time-range feature can only be used with extended named ACLs, not standard ACLs.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Time-ranges can be used with both standard and extended ACLs, as long as the ACL is named (not numbered).
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The time-range must be configured before it is referenced in an ACE.
Why this is correct
Correct. The time-range must exist in the configuration; otherwise, the ACE will be rejected with an error.
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