What is a broadcast storm? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is a broadcast storm?
A. A type of virus
B. A routing protocol
C. Excessive broadcast traffic overwhelming the network
D. A high-speed transmission
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A broadcast storm occurs when broadcast frames multiply and saturate the network, often due to loops.

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Which protocol is used to prevent loops in a switched network?
A. RIP
B. BGP
C. OSPF
D. STP (Spanning Tree Protocol)

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) prevents loops in networks with redundant links.

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Question #2
Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for establishing, managing, and terminating sessions?
A. Presentation layer
B. Application layer
C. Transport layer
D. Session layer

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The session layer (layer 5) manages communication sessions.

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What is the primary function of a switch's MAC address table?
A. To store routing information
B. To store IP addresses
C. To store mappings between MAC addresses and ports
D. To store domain names

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
A switch's MAC address table learns which MAC address is associated with which port for efficient forwarding.

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