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Quick Answer

The answer is "Send incremental updates as topology changes" as the final step in EIGRP neighbor establishment. This is correct because EIGRP neighbor formation follows a strict sequence: it begins with the exchange of Hello packets to discover neighbors, then proceeds to the exchange of full routing tables via Update packets, which are acknowledged with ACK packets. Only after these steps does the neighbor reach the Established state, where it transitions to sending only incremental updates as topology changes occur, rather than full table exchanges. On the ENCOR 350-401 exam, this drag-and-drop question tests your understanding of the EIGRP finite state machine, often trapping candidates who mistakenly place the incremental update step earlier in the process. A common memory tip is to think of the acronym "HUA-E" for Hello, Update, ACK, Established—where the final "E" reminds you that after establishment, only incremental updates are sent.

350-401 EIGRP Practice Question

This 350-401 practice question tests your understanding of eigrp. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. 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 of EIGRP neighbor establishment 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

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Correct answer & explanation

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Send Hello packets to discover neighbors

EIGRP neighbor formation begins with sending Hello packets, then exchanging full routing tables via Update packets, acknowledging with ACK packets, and finally entering the Established state where incremental updates are sent.

Key principle: OSPF neighbour adjacency depends on matching area, hello/dead timers, network type, and authentication — IP reachability alone is not enough.

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.

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.

What to study next

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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 350-401 OSPF questions on adjacency and route selection.

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What does this 350-401 question test?

EIGRP — This question tests EIGRP — OSPF neighbours must agree on key parameters..

What is the correct answer to this question?

The correct answer is: Send Hello packets to discover neighbors — EIGRP neighbor formation begins with sending Hello packets, then exchanging full routing tables via Update packets, acknowledging with ACK packets, and finally entering the Established state where incremental updates are sent.

What should I do if I get this 350-401 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?

OSPF neighbours must agree on key parameters.

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