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4.2.2. Administrative Distance
If multiple routing protocols provide routes to the same prefix (same length), AD breaks the tie.
Example: Two routes to 10.1.1.0/24
- OSPF: 10.1.1.0/24, AD 110
- EIGRP: 10.1.1.0/24, AD 90 ← Selected (lower AD)
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