A(n)________ must find the best-matching row in its ________ table by comparing several row matches.
A)ethernet switch, switching
B)router, routing
C)both A and B
D)neither A nor B

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Routers use routing tables to find the best path for network traffic to reach its destination by matching the destination IP address to a route in the table. Switches use forwarding tables to make forwarding decisions based on the destination MAC address in the data link layer header. While switches may also use several matches to find the best match in their tables, the question specifically mentions "best-matching row" which is more indicative of routing. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

A(n)________ Must Find the Best-Matching Row in Its ________ Table

A(n) Must Find the Best-Matching Row in Its Table