To optimize Rule Base efficiency the most hit rules should be where?

To optimize Rule Base efficiency the most hit rules should be where?
A . Removed from the Rule Base.
B . Towards the middle of the Rule Base.
C . Towards the top of the Rule Base.
D . Towards the bottom of the Rule Base.

Answer: C

Explanation:

It is logical that if lesser rules are checked for the matched rule to be found the lesser CPU cycles the device is using. Checkpoint match a session from the first rule on top till the last on the bottom.