$5.$ Which of the following statements accurately describes the function of a Hold

down Timer in routing protocols?

A$)$ It prevents routers from accepting routing updates during network congestion.

B$)$ It delays the removal of a route from the routing table to verify its reachability.

C$)$ It regulates the interval between regular routing updates sent by routers.

D$)$ It imposes a waiting period before routers advertise a route after detecting a

network change.