You issue the command clear ip nat translation *. However, the translation table still displays NAT entries. Which two reasons can possibly cause this issue? (Choose two.)

You issue the command clear ip nat translation *. However, the translation table still displays NAT entries. Which two reasons can possibly cause this issue? (Choose two.)

• Static entries never remain in the translation table but must be refreshed.
• The command is not correct.
• Static entries constantly remain in the translation table.
• The translations are still in use by a host.
• PAT entries constantly remain in the translation table.

Explanation: The command clear ip nat translation * is used to remove dynamic NAT entries from the translation table. However, entries may still appear for two primary reasons:

1. Static Entries: Unlike dynamic entries, static translations continuously remain in the translation table regardless of their use; they are persistent and not removed by the clear command.
2. Translations in Use: If a host is currently generating traffic (such as an active Telnet or ICMP session), the router will immediately recreate the dynamic translation entry the moment the next packet arrives, making it appear as though the entry was never removed.

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