Blockchain Exam CBDE Topic 2 Question 103 Discussion

Actual exam question for Blockchain's CBDE exam

Question #: 103
Topic #: 2

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To generate a random number:

Ait's good to use the block timestamp, as this is always different.

Bit's good to use the block hash as this is clearly always very different.

Cit's good to use the RANDAO smart contract.

Dit's not possible to have a random number in a deterministic environment such as the Ethereum blockchain.

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Suggested Answer: C

by Nickolas at Oct 23, 2024, 08:35 PM

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Glory

1 months ago

Wait, you're telling me there's no 'random' button on the Ethereum blockchain? Guess I'll have to shake my laptop vigorously instead.

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Ben

7 days ago

D) it's not possible to have a random number in a deterministic environment such as the Ethereum blockchain.

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Tawna

9 days ago

C) it's good to use the RANDAO smart contract.

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Adelaide

13 days ago

B) it's good to use the block hash as this is clearly always very different.

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Kayleigh

27 days ago

A) it's good to use the block timestamp, as this is always different.

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Bulah

1 months ago

Option A is the way to go. Who needs true randomness when you've got the block timestamp? It's like rolling dice, but with extra steps!

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Laurel

10 days ago

Lezlie: Definitely, it adds a fun twist to the process.

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Wenona

18 days ago

User 3: I think it's a clever workaround for creating randomness in a deterministic system.

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Lezlie

20 days ago

User 2: It's like adding a little element of chance to the blockchain.

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Viva

23 days ago

User 1: I agree, using the block timestamp is a simple way to generate a random number.

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Emerson

2 months ago

I'm going with option C. The RANDAO smart contract is designed specifically for this purpose, so it must be the best choice.

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Ahmed

17 days ago

User3: Definitely a reliable option for randomness in Ethereum.

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Lindy

19 days ago

User2: Agreed, it's designed for generating random numbers.

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Roselle

28 days ago

User1: I think using the RANDAO smart contract is a good choice.

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Billi

2 months ago

I think option B sounds like a good idea. The block hash is always different, so it should work, right? Blockchain magic, baby!

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Lindsey

2 months ago

Option D is the correct answer. The Ethereum blockchain is a deterministic environment, so it's not possible to truly generate a random number.

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Nidia

26 days ago

So, if we need randomness, we have to find alternative solutions outside of the blockchain.

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Minna

27 days ago

Exactly, it's all about following the rules and protocols set in place.

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Kerrie

30 days ago

That makes sense, since everything in the blockchain is based on deterministic rules.

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Glenna

1 months ago

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Leigha

1 months ago

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Ernestine

1 months ago

D) it's not possible to have a random number in a deterministic environment such as the Ethereum blockchain.

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Twanna

2 months ago

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Dorinda

2 months ago

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Desmond

2 months ago

I disagree, I believe using the block hash is a better option.

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Hyun

2 months ago

I think it's good to use the block timestamp for randomness.

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