After the switchover from Shared Path Tree to Source Path Tree, does a branch of the Shared Path Tree still exist between the diverging router (router where the Shared and Source Path Tree diverge) and the RP?
A) Yes, it exists until the source stops sending multicast traffic.
B) Yes, it exists until there is no receiver beyond the diverging router.
C) No. After switchover, only the Source Path Tree remains.
D) No. After switchover, only the Shared Path Tree remains between the source and RP.

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The branch of the Shared Path Tree exists until there is no receiver beyond the diverging router, as it is maintained to ensure that any receivers still using the Shared Path Tree can continue to receive multicast traffic.

After the Switchover from Shared Path Tree to Source Path