Only Three Operations May Be Performed on a Semaphore: Initialize

question 17

Short Answer

Only three operations may be performed on a semaphore: initialize, increment, and __________ .

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Definitions:

Preexisting Duty

An obligation that a party is already legally bound to fulfill, which cannot serve as consideration for a new contract.

Accord and Satisfaction

A legal settlement where an agreement is made to discharge a claim by providing some form of compensation that differs from the original obligation.

Liquidated Debt

A debt for which the exact monetary value has been determined and acknowledged by both the debtor and the creditor.

Accord and Satisfaction

A legal settlement where a disputing party agrees to accept a payment or performance that is different from what was originally owed or expected, thereby settling the claim.