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IP Routing

14.

What does RIPv2 use to prevent routing loops?

CIDR
Split horizon
Authentication
Classless masking
Holddown timers

1 and 3

2, 3 and 5

2 and 5

3 and 4

Answer: Option

Explanation:

RIPv2 uses the same timers and loop-avoidance schemes as RIPv1. Split horizon is used to stop an update from being sent out the same interface it was received on. Holddown timers allow time for a network to become stable in the case of a flapping link.