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Quick Answer

The correct order begins with entering global configuration mode, then defining the IP SLA operation type and target, setting scheduling parameters, and finally verifying the operation with a show command. This sequence is mandatory because IP SLA UDP jitter operations require a precise measurement of network delay, jitter, and packet loss, so the router must first establish the probe type and destination before any timing parameters can be applied. On the ENCOR 350-401 exam, this drag-and-drop task tests your ability to distinguish between the configuration phase (ip sla, udp-jitter, destination) and the scheduling phase (ip sla schedule), with a common trap being the placement of the schedule command before the operation is fully defined. Remember the mnemonic "Define, Schedule, Verify" — you cannot schedule what has not yet been created, and you cannot verify what has not yet been scheduled.

350-401 IP SLA Practice Question

This 350-401 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.

Drag and drop the steps of configuring an IP SLA UDP jitter operation 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

Enter global configuration mode

The correct order begins with entering global configuration mode, then defining the IP SLA operation type and target, setting scheduling parameters, and finally verifying the operation with a show command.

Key principle: Authentication proves identity; authorization controls what that identity can do after login. Both must work for full privileged access.

Common exam traps

Common exam trap: authentication is not authorization

Logging in proves the user can authenticate. It does not automatically mean the user is allowed to enter privileged or configuration mode. Watch for AAA authorization, privilege level and command authorization details.

Detailed technical explanation

How to think about this question

This kind of question is testing the difference between identity and permission. A user may successfully log in to a router because authentication is working, but still fail to enter configuration mode because authorization is missing, misconfigured or mapped to a lower privilege level.

KKey Concepts to Remember

  • Authentication checks who the user is.
  • Authorization controls what the user is allowed to do after login.
  • Privilege levels affect access to EXEC and configuration commands.
  • AAA, TACACS+ and RADIUS can separate login success from command access.

TExam Day Tips

  • Do not assume successful login means full administrative access.
  • Look for words such as cannot enter configuration mode, privilege level, authorization or command access.
  • Separate login problems from permission problems before choosing the answer.

Key takeaway

Authentication proves identity; authorization controls what that identity can do after login. Both must work for full privileged access.

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.

What to study next

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Review Cisco AAA concepts — authentication, authorization, and accounting. Study privilege levels (0–15), command authorization under TACACS+, and how RADIUS differs. Then practise related 350-401 questions on access control and AAA configuration.

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What does this 350-401 question test?

IP SLA — This question tests IP SLA — Authentication checks who the user is..

What is the correct answer to this question?

The correct answer is: Enter global configuration mode — The correct order begins with entering global configuration mode, then defining the IP SLA operation type and target, setting scheduling parameters, and finally verifying the operation with a show command.

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

Review Cisco AAA concepts — authentication, authorization, and accounting. Study privilege levels (0–15), command authorization under TACACS+, and how RADIUS differs. Then practise related 350-401 questions on access control and AAA configuration.

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?

Authentication checks who the user is.

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