Signalling and communicationQuestion 56 of 1506

What is a drawback of a ring topology?

Adding or removing a node means stopping the network
One break splits the ring into groups of isolated nodes
It needs a gateway at each branch
It cannot carry broadcast messages

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Correct answer: Adding or removing a node means stopping the network

The devices must also be built for the ring.

Source: Lessons in Electric Circuits IV: Digital (Kuphaldt), 14.6: Network Topology

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026

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