Suppose That There Are Ten Resources Available to Three Processes

question 40

Multiple Choice

Suppose that there are ten resources available to three processes. At time 0, the following data is collected. The table indicates the process, the maximum number of resources needed by the process, and the number of resources currently owned by each process. Process Maximum Needs Currently Owned
P₀ 10 4
P₁ 3 1
P₂ 5 4
At time 1, P1 requests a resource. Which of the following is correct?

• A) The request will be granted, since the current state is safe.
• B) The request will not be granted, since the current state is not safe.
• C) The request will be granted, since the state after granting the request will be safe.
• D) The request will not be granted, since the state after granting the request will be unsafe.

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Definitions:

Attachment

A legal process that allows for the seizure of a defendant's property as security for the satisfaction of a judgment.

Security Interest

A legal claim or right granted by a debtor to a creditor over the debtor's property as security for a loan or obligation.

Perfection

In finance, the act of securing a priority interest in the collateral among creditors concerning the same collateral or property.

Mechanic Lien

A legal claim against a property by a contractor or repairman for unpaid work, securing payment for services rendered.