Practice Consensus In Asynchronous Systems (the Flp Impossibility Theorem) (1.2.2)
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Consensus in Asynchronous Systems (The FLP Impossibility Theorem)

Practice - Consensus in Asynchronous Systems (The FLP Impossibility Theorem)

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Question 1 Easy

What does the FLP Impossibility Theorem state?

💡 Hint: Focus on the implications of process failures in reaching consensus.

Question 2 Easy

Name one characteristic of asynchronous systems.

💡 Hint: Think about how communication works in these systems.

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Question 1

What does the FLP Impossibility Theorem state?

A. Deterministic consensus is always possible.
B. Deterministic consensus cannot be guaranteed if any process can fail.
C. Asynchronous systems have no delays.

💡 Hint: Focus on the relationships between process failure and consensus.

Question 2

In an asynchronous system, what is a major consequence of message delays?

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider if timely communication affects decision-making.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a consensus algorithm that can function in an asynchronous environment. Discuss how you would address the effects of the FLP theorem.

💡 Hint: Think about how incorporating certain guarantees can help make progress.

Challenge 2 Hard

Propose a scenario demonstrating the complexity of reaching an agreement in asynchronous systems, noting challenges from the FLP theorem.

💡 Hint: Visualize the interactions and implications of process failures on system outputs.

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