Because EIGRP is protocol-independent, it cannot use existing Transport layer protocols to carry its various packet types. Instead, Cisco developed an entirely new layer 4 protocol, the ____, for use by EIGRP.
A) Protocol Dependent Modules (PDM)
B) Reliable Transport Protocol (RTP)
C) Neighbor discovery and maintenance
D) Diffusing Update Algorithm (DUAL)

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EIGRP uses a Reliable Transport Protocol (RTP) instead of relying on existing Transport layer protocols in order to carry its various packet types.

Because EIGRP Is Protocol-Independent, It Cannot Use Existing Transport Layer