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The correct order is to define the route map with a sequence number, match the interesting traffic using an ACL or prefix list, set the next-hop or interface, apply the route map under the interface in the inbound direction, and finally verify with show route-map and show ip policy. This sequence is mandatory because policy-based routing (PBR) operates as a sequential decision engine: the route map must exist before it can match traffic, and the set action must be defined before the map is applied to an interface, ensuring the router evaluates inbound packets against the policy before making a forwarding decision. On the Cisco CCNP ENARSI 300-410 exam, this drag-and-drop task tests your understanding of PBR’s logical flow, often hiding traps like applying the route map outbound instead of inbound, or forgetting that the set command must follow the match command within the same route-map entry. A common memory tip is the acronym “M.A.S.A.V.”: Match, Apply, Set, Apply (to interface), Verify—though remember the actual order is Match first, then Set, then Apply inbound, then Verify.

300-410 Policy-Based Routing (PBR) Practice Question

This 300-410 practice question tests your understanding of policy-based routing (pbr). 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.

Drag and drop the steps to configure and verify Policy-Based Routing (PBR) into the correct order, from first to last.

Clue words in this question

Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.

Clue: "first"
Why it matters: Order matters here. You are being tested on which action comes before the others — not which action is generally useful.

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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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Create route map with sequence number

First, define the route map with a sequence number. Next, match the interesting traffic using an ACL or prefix list. Then, set the next-hop or interface. Apply the route map under the interface in the inbound direction. Finally, verify with 'show route-map' or 'show ip policy'.

Key principle: ACLs process entries top to bottom and stop at the first match. Entry order and interface direction matter as much as the permit or deny statement.

Common exam traps

Common exam trap: ACLs stop at the first match

ACLs are processed top to bottom. The first matching entry wins, and an implicit deny usually exists at the end.

Detailed technical explanation

How to think about this question

ACL questions test precision: source, destination, protocol, port and direction. A generally correct ACL can still fail if it is applied on the wrong interface or in the wrong direction.

KKey Concepts to Remember

Standard ACLs match source addresses.
Extended ACLs can match source, destination, protocol and ports.
The first matching ACL entry is used.
There is usually an implicit deny at the end.

TExam Day Tips

Check inbound versus outbound direction.
Read the ACL from top to bottom.
Look for a broader permit or deny above the intended line.

Key takeaway

ACLs process entries top to bottom and stop at the first match. Entry order and interface direction matter as much as the permit or deny statement.

Real-world example

How this comes up in practice

A security administrator must allow nursing staff to reach a patient records server while blocking access from the guest Wi-Fi VLAN. After applying an extended ACL, traffic is still blocked from nursing workstations. The ACL was applied outbound instead of inbound on the wrong interface. Questions like this test ACL direction and placement rules.

What to study next

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Review ACL processing order, placement rules (standard near destination, extended near source), and inbound vs outbound direction. Study wildcard masks and implicit deny. Then practise related 300-410 ACL questions on filtering logic and placement.

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What does this 300-410 question test?

Policy-Based Routing (PBR) — This question tests Policy-Based Routing (PBR) — Standard ACLs match source addresses..

What is the correct answer to this question?

The correct answer is: Create route map with sequence number — First, define the route map with a sequence number. Next, match the interesting traffic using an ACL or prefix list. Then, set the next-hop or interface. Apply the route map under the interface in the inbound direction. Finally, verify with 'show route-map' or 'show ip policy'.

What should I do if I get this 300-410 question wrong?

Are there clue words in this question I should notice?

Yes — watch for: "first". Order matters here. You are being tested on which action comes before the others — not which action is generally useful.

What is the key concept behind this question?

Standard ACLs match source addresses.

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Variation 1. Which TWO configuration steps are required to implement Policy-Based Routing (PBR) on a Cisco router? (Choose TWO.)

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✓ A.Create a route-map with match and set commands.
✓ B.Apply the route-map to an interface using the 'ip policy route-map' command.
C.Configure an access-list to match the traffic.
D.Enable CEF globally.
E.Use the 'ip local policy route-map' command.

Why A: To implement PBR, you must create a route-map with match and set commands, then apply it to an interface using 'ip policy route-map'. Configuring an ACL is optional if match criteria use other methods. Enabling CEF is not required for PBR. The 'ip route' command is for static routing, not PBR. 'ip local policy route-map' is only for locally generated packets, not a general requirement.

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