JNCIS-ENT BGP Practice Question
Which TWO characteristics describe eBGP compared to iBGP? (Choose two)
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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Peers reside in different Autonomous Systems
eBGP peers are typically in different Autonomous Systems and have a default TTL of 1, whereas iBGP peers are in the same AS and have a default TTL of 255.
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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Automatic route reflection enabled by default
Why it's wrong here
Route reflection is an iBGP feature.
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Must reside within the same Autonomous System
Why it's wrong here
That describes iBGP.
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Peers reside in different Autonomous Systems
Why this is correct
eBGP connects different ASes.
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Default TTL of 1
Why this is correct
eBGP packets default to a TTL of 1 for direct connection verification.
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Default Local Preference of 200
Why it's wrong here
Local Preference default is 100.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Juniper Networks exam blueprint
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