What is one disadvantage of static routes in rapidly changing networks?

In rapidly changing networks, static routes indeed require constant adjustments, making this option valid. Static routes are predefined paths set by a network administrator. When the network topology changes—such as when network devices are added, removed, or connections change—these static routes may no longer be valid. As a result, the administrator must manually reconfigure the routing tables to accommodate these changes, which can be time-consuming and prone to human error.

This constant need for adjustments is particularly challenging in dynamic environments where changes happen frequently, as opposed to dynamic routing protocols that automatically adjust routes based on real-time network information. Static routes lack the adaptability that dynamic protocols offer, making them less practical for environments that require quick responses to network topology changes.

While other options address various characteristics of routing methods, they do not highlight the crucial aspect of the maintenance and management demands that static routes impose in a dynamic network setting.