A system has 10 instances of a resource. The current allocation is P1 = 2, P2 = 2 and P3 = 1. Their maximum demands are P1 = 5, P2 = 4 and P3 = 3. What is the current Available amount of the resource?

Options

  • A. 3
  • B. 4
  • C. 5
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

C. 5

Detailed Explanation

Explanation: Total allocated resources = 2 + 2 + 1 = 5. Therefore, Available = Total resources − Allocated resources = 10 − 5 = 5. Hence, option C is correct.