Multiple choice

Subnet is the collection of _____ and _____.

  1. hosts; routers

  2. routers; communication lines

  3. hosts; communication lines

  4. routers; customers

  5. hosts; customers

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B Correct answer
Explanation

In a WAN, hosts are connected by a subnet. Subnet comprises communication lines (copper wire, optical fibre, etc.) and switching elements. Switching elements are connected with two or more communication lines. This switching element is known as router. Router selects the outgoing line for data transmission.