Which of the following is a characteristic of static routes on FortiGate devices?

Static routes on FortiGate devices are characterized by the ability to have different administrative distances, which impacts their priority in the routing table. The administrative distance is a value that determines the trustworthiness of the route; lower values indicate more trusted routes. When two routes to the same destination exist, the route with the lower administrative distance will be preferred. This functionality is essential for route management, allowing network administrators to control which routes should be used under what circumstances.

In contrast, other choices present distinctions that don't apply to static routes. For example, static routes do not always have a weight of 5, it is possible for weights to differ based on configuration. Furthermore, static routes are not configured dynamically; they require manual configuration. Lastly, static routes persist through a reboot unless specifically removed or modified, meaning they are not automatically cleared upon a device reboot. This persistent nature further establishes the role of static routes as a critical component of a stable networking environment.