An ECMP design uses source-IP hashing. One workstation opens many connections to many servers. Why may they all use the same WAN?

Choose the single best answer.

A.The algorithm groups assignments by source address.
B.ECMP must be malfunctioning whenever links differ in bytes.
C.The destination service port determines every assignment in source-IP mode.
D.The firewall randomly drops every connection assigned to the other path.

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✓ Correct answer

The algorithm groups assignments by source address.

Source-only hashing can keep one client on one path across destinations. That behavior is compatible with the algorithm. Equal byte totals are not promised, destination service port is not the stated hash key, and this observation does not establish drops.

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