When PortFast is enabled, which Rapid PVST+ state is skipped on that port?
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Correct answer: learning.
Why this is the answer
PortFast immediately transitions a port into the forwarding state, bypassing the listening and learning states. This is because PortFast is typically enabled on end-device ports (like those connected to workstations or servers) where temporary loops are not expected. Skipping these states reduces the time it takes for a device to connect to the network. The blocking state is the initial state for ports not configured with PortFast, and it's where the port listens for BPDUs. Forwarding is the final state where data is transmitted. Discarding is a general term that encompasses blocking, listening, and learning states, where user data is not forwarded.
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