Which subnet mask would be used if exactly 4 host bits are available?

IT Exam Items RepositoryCategory: Network Addressing and Basic TroubleshootingWhich subnet mask would be used if exactly 4 host bits are available?

Which subnet mask would be used if exactly 4 host bits are available?

  • 255.255.255.224
  • 255.255.255.128
  • 255.255.255.240
  • 255.255.255.248

Explanation: The subnet mask of 255.255.255.224 has 5 host bits. The mask of 255.255.255.128 results in 7 host bits. The mask of 255.255.255.240 has 4 host bits. Finally, 255.255.255.248 represents 3 host bits.

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