Quick Answer
The answer is dynamic NAT without overload, using a pool of addresses. This is correct because the output of **show ip nat translations** displays two distinct inside global addresses (203.0.113.1 and 203.0.113.2) mapped one-to-one to their respective inside local addresses, with no port numbers listed under the "Pro" column, which confirms that Port Address Translation (overload) is not in use. On the Cisco CCNP ENARSI 300-410 exam, this scenario tests your ability to **interpret show ip nat translations** output and differentiate between dynamic NAT with a pool and PAT; a common trap is assuming that multiple translations always mean overload, but the absence of protocol and port entries signals a true pool-based translation. Remember the memory tip: "No port, no overload—each host gets its own global address from the pool."
This 300-410 practice question tests your understanding of nat and pat. 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 runs the following command to verify NAT after a fix:
R1# show ip nat translations
Pro Inside global Inside local Outside local Outside global --- 203.0.113.1 10.1.1.1 192.168.1.1 192.168.1.1 --- 203.0.113.2 10.1.1.2 192.168.1.2 192.168.1.2
What is the most likely configuration?
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.
Dynamic NAT without overload, using a pool of addresses.
Each inside host gets a unique global address from a pool.
Static NAT for each host.
Why wrong: Static NAT would show the same mapping always.
PAT with a single address.
Why wrong: PAT would show the same global address with different ports.
NAT is not configured.
Why wrong: Translations exist.
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
Dynamic NAT without overload, using a pool of addresses.
The output shows two dynamic translations with different inside global addresses, indicating a pool of addresses is used without PAT (overload).
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
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
Dynamic NAT without overload, using a pool of addresses.
Why this is correct
Each inside host gets a unique global address from a pool.
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.
Static NAT for each host.
Why it's wrong here
Static NAT would show the same mapping always.
PAT with a single address.
Why it's wrong here
PAT would show the same global address with different ports.
NAT is not configured.
Why it's wrong here
Translations exist.
Common exam traps
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.
Trap categories for this question
Command / output trap
Static NAT would show the same mapping always.
Detailed technical explanation
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.
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
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.
What to study next
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.
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FAQ
NAT and PAT — This question tests NAT and PAT — Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address..
The correct answer is: Dynamic NAT without overload, using a pool of addresses. — The output shows two dynamic translations with different inside global addresses, indicating a pool of addresses is used without PAT (overload).
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.
Yes — watch for: "most likely". Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
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