JNCIS-ENT BGP Practice Question
While reviewing BGP updates, you notice an attribute type code of 3 with a value representing an IP address. Which well-known mandatory path attribute is this?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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NEXT_HOP
Attribute type code 3 corresponds to NEXT_HOP, which is a well-known mandatory attribute indicating the IP address of the router used to reach the destination.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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AS_PATH
Why it's wrong here
AS_PATH has type code 2.
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ORIGIN
Why it's wrong here
ORIGIN has type code 1.
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NEXT_HOP
Why this is correct
NEXT_HOP has type code 3.
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LOCAL_PREF
Why it's wrong here
LOCAL_PREF has type code 5.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Juniper Networks exam blueprint
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