How can an operator find a list of options available for the ping utility?

To find a list of options available for the ping utility, using "ping /?" from a command line is the correct approach because it is a standard convention in many command-line interfaces to provide help or usage information. When you append "/?" to a command, it typically displays a help screen that outlines all available parameters, options, and syntax that the command supports. This method is widely recognized across various operating systems, including Windows, making it the most effective way to access the help documentation specifically for the ping command.

While the other methods suggest alternative ways to obtain help, they do not align with the common command-line syntax conventions. The option specifying "ping -help" may seem intuitive, but many command-line tools do not recognize this format as valid and instead might treat it as an invalid command. Similarly, options referencing "ping options" or "ping list" do not adhere to conventional command-line help commands and would likely lead to error messages, as these are not recognized command structures for obtaining assistance with the ping utility.