Leader election algorithms MCQs – Parallel and Distributed Computing

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: May 6, 2025

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1. What is the primary goal of leader election algorithms in distributed systems?



2. In a leader election algorithm, what does the term “leader” represent?



3. Which algorithm is commonly used for leader election in a ring topology?



4. What is the primary focus of the Bully Algorithm?



5. In a leader election algorithm, what is the purpose of the “priority” assigned to each process?



6. Which leader election algorithm is based on the concept of a “ring”?



7. What is the primary advantage of the Ring-Coordinator Algorithm?



8. In a leader election algorithm, what is the significance of the “coordinator” process?



9. Which leader election algorithm is based on the idea of a rooted tree structure?



10. What is the primary disadvantage of the Ring-Coordinator Algorithm?



11. In a leader election algorithm, what is the role of the “initiator” process?



12. Which leader election algorithm is known for its random selection of the leader?



13. What is the primary challenge addressed by leader election algorithms in distributed systems?



14. In a leader election algorithm, what is the role of the “parent” and “children” processes in a tree structure?



15. Which leader election algorithm is known for its simplicity and suitability for small-scale systems?



16. What is the primary focus of the Tree-Based Algorithm?



17. In a leader election algorithm, what is the significance of the “root” process in a tree structure?



18. Which leader election algorithm is based on the concept of a “token”?



19. What is the primary advantage of the Token-Ring Algorithm?



20. In a leader election algorithm, what is the purpose of the “token” in the Token-Ring Algorithm?



21. Which leader election algorithm is known for its ability to handle dynamic changes in the system?



22. What is the primary disadvantage of the Dynamic-Leader Algorithm?



23. In a leader election algorithm, what is the role of the “neighbor” processes in dynamic leader election?



24. Which leader election algorithm is based on the concept of a “token ring” and “randomized delays”?



25. What is the primary focus of the Randomized Algorithm for leader election?



26. In a leader election algorithm, what is the role of the “coordinator” process in dynamic leader election?



27. Which leader election algorithm is known for its ability to handle network partitions?



28. What is the primary disadvantage of the Split-Brain Algorithm?



29. In a leader election algorithm, what is the role of the “quorum” in the Split-Brain Algorithm?



30. Which leader election algorithm is designed to handle the challenge of simultaneous election attempts?



 

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