A network technician receives reports indicating some users are unable to gain access to any network resources. During troubleshooting, the technician discovers the workstations have an IP address of 169.254.x.x. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause?
A) Expired IP address
B) Exhausted dynamic scope
C) Misconfigured VLSM
D) Rogue DHCP server

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A 169.254.x.x IP address indicates that the workstation is using an APIPA address, which typically occurs when a DHCP server cannot provide an IP address, often due to an exhausted dynamic scope.

A Network Technician Receives Reports Indicating Some Users Are Unable