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IP Static Routing Skills Test (Module 15.6.4)

11 – 25 Questions 11 min
This 15.6.4 Module Quiz on IP static routing checks your ability to configure, verify, and troubleshoot IPv4 static routes using router CLI. It focuses on next-hop selection, exit interfaces, recursive lookups, and default and floating static routes. Network technicians, junior network engineers, and NOC analysts use these skills in daily operations.
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1In the context of the 15.6.4 module quiz - ip static routing, which statement best describes a static route?
2Static routes do not use a routing protocol to exchange updates with other routers.

True / False

3You need to configure an IPv4 static route on R1 to reach network 192.168.4.0/24 via next-hop 10.0.0.2. Which command correctly accomplishes this?
4Which IPv4 destination network and subnet mask combination represents a default static route?
5When configuring a static route with an exit interface on a point-to-point serial link, specifying both the exit interface and the next-hop IP address is mandatory.

True / False

6You must configure an IPv6 static route on R1 to reach 2001:DB8:1::/64 via the link-local address fe80::2 on interface GigabitEthernet0/0. Which command is correct?
7In IPv6, the prefix ::/0 is used as the default static route.

True / False

8Which characteristics are advantages of using static routes instead of dynamic routing protocols? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply

9R1 learns a route to 172.16.20.0/24 from OSPF. You want a backup static route to the same network that is used only if OSPF is lost. Which administrative distance should you configure on the static route?
10You configure on R1: "ip route 10.5.5.0 255.255.255.0 Serial0/0/0". The Serial0/0/0 interface is administratively down. Which outcome occurs?
11A static route to 172.16.10.0/24 via next-hop 10.1.1.2 appears in R1's routing table, but pings to 172.16.10.10 fail. Which issues could cause this problem? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply

12R1 has two routes to 10.10.5.5. One is a static route to 10.10.0.0/16 with administrative distance 1. The other is an OSPF route to 10.10.5.0/24 with administrative distance 110. Which route will R1 use to reach 10.10.5.5?
13A small branch router has a single WAN link on Serial0/0/0 to an ISP and multiple internal LANs. You want all unknown destinations to be sent to the ISP. Which configuration on the branch router is most appropriate?
14On an Ethernet interface, configuring an IPv6 static route that specifies only the outgoing interface, without a next-hop address, is recommended because it avoids recursive lookups.

True / False

15R1 should use R2 as the primary path and R3 as a backup to reach 192.0.2.0/24. R2 is at 10.0.0.2 and R3 is at 10.0.0.3 on the same Ethernet segment. Which static route commands on R1 correctly implement this requirement? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply

16A router receives an IPv4 packet and has multiple static and dynamic routes in its table. Arrange the following actions in the order the router uses them to select a path and forward the packet.

Put in order

1If administrative distances tie, select the route with the lowest metric
2Compare the destination IP address to all route entries to find matching prefixes
3Choose the route with the longest matching prefix
4If multiple routes remain, select the one with the lowest administrative distance
5Forward the packet out the interface associated with the selected route
17You configure a floating static default route on R1: "ip route 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 192.0.2.1 200". OSPF also provides a default route. After the OSPF neighbor goes down, R1 still does not use the static default. Which issue is most likely?
18A company wants to reduce the size of routing tables and hide detailed internal topology when advertising routes to an upstream provider. Which type of static route best meets this requirement?
19R1 has "ip route 192.168.50.0 255.255.255.0 10.0.0.2". R2 (10.0.0.2) has "ip route 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 203.0.113.1". Users on 192.168.50.0/24 complain that some internet sites are reachable and others are not. Which issues could cause this intermittent connectivity? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply

20On R1 you configure: 1) ipv6 route 2001:DB8:10::/64 GigabitEthernet0/0 fe80::2 2) ipv6 route ::/0 fe80::2 Both commands are accepted. Later, R1 shows the first route but not the default route in the IPv6 routing table. What is the most plausible explanation?
21R1 has two static default routes: 1) ip route 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 198.51.100.1 1 2) ip route 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 203.0.113.1 250 198.51.100.1 is the primary ISP and 203.0.113.1 is backup. Both next hops are reachable. How will R1 forward internet traffic, and what happens if the primary path goes down?

Frequent Errors on 15.6.4 IP Static Routing Assessments

Confusing Next-Hop and Exit Interface

Many learners always configure only a next-hop IP or only an exit interface without considering interface type. On point-to-point links either form works, but on multiaccess Ethernet an exit interface can break ARP resolution. Match the method to the interface and follow platform guidelines in the module.

Incorrect Network and Mask Pairing

Static routes often fail because the network address and subnet mask do not match. Learners sometimes type the first host address instead of the subnet network address. Convert the destination to binary or use subnetting rules to confirm the network boundary before writing the ip route command.

Missing or Misplaced Default Route

Another error is omitting a default route on edge routers or configuring it on the wrong device. Some students point the default route toward an internal router instead of the upstream gateway. Always confirm which router connects toward the internet or core and direct the default route there.

Ignoring Administrative Distance for Floating Statics

Learners configure floating static routes but forget to set a higher administrative distance than the dynamic protocol. The static route then overrides OSPF or EIGRP. Always add an appropriate fourth parameter, for example ip route 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 203.0.113.1 200, so the route becomes a backup.

Weak Verification and Troubleshooting

Some students configure routes correctly but skip verification. They do not check the routing table, interface status, or ping paths. Use a consistent checklist with show ip route, show ip interface brief, and targeted pings to confirm reachability and quickly isolate errors.

15.6.4 IP Static Routing Quick Reference Sheet

You can print or save this section as a PDF for quick reference during labs and revision.

Basic IPv4 Static Route Syntax

  • Command format: ip route <dest-network> <mask> <next-hop> [distance] or ip route <dest-network> <mask> <exit-interface> [distance].
  • dest-network: Network address, not a host address. Example: 192.168.10.0.
  • mask: Dotted decimal subnet mask for the destination network. Example: 255.255.255.0.
  • next-hop: Neighbor router IP that is reachable on a local interface.
  • exit-interface: Local interface that forwards packets toward the destination.
  • distance: Optional administrative distance. Larger value means less preferred.

Common Static Route Types

  • Network-specific route: Example ip route 10.10.0.0 255.255.0.0 192.0.2.2. Used for a particular remote network.
  • Host route: Example ip route 192.168.1.10 255.255.255.255 198.51.100.1. Used for a single IP, often for servers.
  • Default route: Example ip route 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 203.0.113.1. Used when no more specific route exists.
  • Floating static route: Same as above but with higher distance. Example ip route 10.10.0.0 255.255.0.0 192.0.2.2 150.

Verification Commands

  • show ip route: Confirms presence of static routes marked with S.
  • show ip route static: Filters the table to only static entries.
  • show ip interface brief: Checks interface status and IP addressing.
  • ping <destination>: Tests reachability. Use extended ping to set source interface if needed.
  • traceroute <destination>: Reveals the layer 3 path and routing loops.

Quick Troubleshooting Checklist

  • Confirm interfaces are up and have correct addresses.
  • Verify static route network and mask match the remote network.
  • Check next-hop reachability with ping.
  • Look for more specific routes that might override your static route.
  • Review administrative distance for floating statics.

Worked Example: Configuring and Verifying IPv4 Static Routes

Scenario Overview

R1 and R2 are connected by network 172.16.0.0/30. R1 has LAN 192.168.1.0/24 on G0/0. R2 has LAN 10.0.0.0/24 on G0/0. You must configure static routes so each LAN can reach the other.

Step 1: Verify Directly Connected Networks

  1. On each router run show ip interface brief. Confirm R1 has 192.168.1.1/24 on G0/0 and 172.16.0.1/30 on S0/0/0. Confirm R2 has 10.0.0.1/24 on G0/0 and 172.16.0.2/30 on S0/0/0.
  2. Ping 172.16.0.2 from R1. Ping 172.16.0.1 from R2. This proves the point-to-point link works.

Step 2: Configure Static Routes

  1. On R1 configure a route to the 10.0.0.0/24 LAN through R2: 
    R1(config)# ip route 10.0.0.0 255.255.255.0 172.16.0.2
    This uses R2 as the next hop.
  2. On R2 configure a route to the 192.168.1.0/24 LAN through R1: 
    R2(config)# ip route 192.168.1.0 255.255.255.0 172.16.0.1

Step 3: Verify the Routing Table

  1. On R1 run show ip route. You should see an entry marked S for 10.0.0.0/24 pointing to 172.16.0.2.
  2. On R2 run show ip route. You should see an S entry for 192.168.1.0/24 pointing to 172.16.0.1.

Step 4: Test End-to-End Connectivity

  1. From a host on 192.168.1.0/24 ping a host on 10.0.0.0/24. If pings fail, ping from R1 to 10.0.0.1 and from R2 to 192.168.1.1 to isolate the segment with issues.
  2. If the route is missing, recheck the network, mask, and next-hop values in each ip route command.

15.6.4 IP Static Routing Quiz FAQ

Common Questions About the 15.6.4 IP Static Routing Quiz

What specific skills does the 15.6.4 IP static routing quiz check?

This quiz checks your ability to read and write ip route commands, interpret routing table entries, choose between next-hop and exit-interface formats, configure default and floating static routes, and troubleshoot broken reachability caused by incorrect masks, wrong next-hop addresses, or missing routes.

How can I prepare most effectively before attempting the quiz?

Recreate small topologies in a simulator and practice adding, removing, and modifying static routes. Use show ip route, show running-config, ping, and traceroute to confirm your changes. Focus on understanding why a packet follows a particular path instead of only memorizing command syntax.

What is the difference between a regular static route and a floating static route?

A regular static route has the default administrative distance of 1 and usually beats dynamic routes. A floating static route includes a higher distance value. It remains in the configuration but appears in the routing table only when the primary dynamic or static path becomes unavailable.

How do quiz questions typically test default route concepts?

Many questions present a partial topology with internet or core connectivity. You identify which router must host the default route and what the correct next-hop or exit interface should be. Some items require you to spot misconfigured default routes that point back into the internal network instead of outward.

Which quiz mode should I choose for practice?

Use the quick mode with 11 questions for rapid review of core ideas. Choose the standard mode with 21 questions for balanced practice that mixes configuration and troubleshooting. Select the full mode with 25 questions when you want a longer session that stresses route interpretation and failure analysis.