NGFW-Engineer PAN OS Networking Configuration Practice Question
When configuring a Static Route, what does the 'Metric' field do?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Determines route preference
The metric is used to choose between multiple routes to the same destination; a lower metric is preferred over a higher one.
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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Defines the interface bandwidth
Why it's wrong here
Bandwidth is physical.
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Sets the tunnel timeout
Why it's wrong here
Tunnel timeouts are in the VPN configuration.
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Determines route preference
Why this is correct
Lower metric = higher preference.
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Defines the next hop IP
Why it's wrong here
Next hop is a separate field.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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