Which protocol is responsible for resolving IP addresses into corresponding MAC addresses in an IPv4 LAN?

Options

  • A. DNS
  • B. ARP
  • C. ICMP
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. ARP

Detailed Explanation

Explanation: ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) resolves an IPv4 address into its corresponding MAC address within a local network. It helps devices deliver Ethernet frames to the correct destination.