Which statement correctly explains Subnet mask?
Difficulty: Hard
About this MCQ
This Hard Computer Networks MCQ checks one syllabus fact.
The question is: “Which statement correctly explains Subnet mask?”
The accepted answer is C. A number that divides an IP address into network and host portions.. Subnet mask refers to a number that divides an IP address into network and host portions.
- A. A system that translates human-readable domain names into IP addresses.
Why not A: “A system that translates human-readable domain names into IP addresses.” is not correct. The accepted answer is C. A number that divides an IP address into network and host portions.. Subnet mask refers to a number that divides an IP address into network and host portions.
- B. A networking device that forwards data packets between different computer networks.
Why not B: “A networking device that forwards data packets between different computer networks.” is not correct. The accepted answer is C. A number that divides an IP address into network and host portions.. Subnet mask refers to a number that divides an IP address into network and host portions.
- C. A number that divides an IP address into network and host portions. ✓
- D. A network security device or software that monitors and filters incoming and outgoing traffic based on rules.
Why not D: “A network security device or software that monitors and filters incoming and outgoing traffic based on rules.” is not correct. The accepted answer is C. A number that divides an IP address into network and host portions.. Subnet mask refers to a number that divides an IP address into network and host portions.
Correct answer
C. A number that divides an IP address into network and host portions.
Explanation
Subnet mask refers to a number that divides an IP address into network and host portions.
Source: Computer Networks Official Reference Guide
Tags: computer science, computer networks, networking, protocols
Submitted by: MCQsHub Editorial
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