Which of the following is the first step a LAN-based host takes when a destination is NOT local?

A) Find the destination host's MAC address.
B) Encapsulate the IP packet in a data-link frame for the destination host.
C) Find the default gateway's MAC address.
D) Encapsulate the IP packet in a data-link frame for the default gateway.

C
Explanation: C) The host must determine the MAC address of the default gateway before encapsulating the packet. The other options describe the steps for local destinations.

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