Which of the following determines the time it takes for devices to coordinate…

2018

Which of the following determines the time it takes for devices to coordinate the use of the bus?

  1. A.

    Propagation delay

  2. B.

    Clock delay

  3. C.

    Cycle delay

  4. D.

    Data transfer delay

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Correct answer: A

Propagation delay determines the time devices need to coordinate bus usage because it defines signal travel time across the shared medium. This duration sets the necessary window for collision detection and access control mechanisms.

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