Which of the following is considered a valid private IP address?

The question asks for a valid private IP address, which is defined by specific ranges set by the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA). Private IP addresses are utilized within local networks and are not routable on the public internet, allowing for internal network communication.

The ranges of private IP addresses are as follows:

• Class A: 10.0.0.0 to 10.255.255.255

• Class B: 172.16.0.0 to 172.31.255.255

• Class C: 192.168.0.0 to 192.168.255.255

The address 192.168.44.105 indeed falls within the Class C private address range (192.168.0.0 to 192.168.255.255), making it a legitimate private IP address. This address can be used in local networks without conflicting with public IP addresses.

In contrast, the other addresses listed are also valid private IP addresses according to the defined ranges, so the answer provided indicating D as the only valid private address is not aligned with the criteria. The valid private IP addresses among the choices are A, B, C, and D, demonstrating the need to recognize the