Blockchain Business Models and ROI BDC Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1application · medium

   A decentralized ride-sharing platform wants to incentivize drivers to provide service during peak hours. The platform uses a token reward system. Which tokenomic design would best achieve this goal?

   • ABurn tokens for each ride to reduce supply
   • BOffer higher token rewards for rides completed during peak hours
   • CPay drivers a fixed token amount per ride regardless of time
   • DAllow drivers to stake tokens to earn interest
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2. 2expert · hard

   A consortium of energy companies is launching a blockchain-based peer-to-peer energy trading platform. The platform will use a token to settle trades. The consortium must decide whether to make the token a security or a utility token. Which consideration is most critical in this decision?

   • AThe transaction speed of the blockchain
   • BThe consensus algorithm used by the blockchain
   • CThe token's function: whether it is used primarily for accessing the platform's services or as an investment vehicle
   • DThe number of nodes in the consortium network
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4. 3foundation · easy

   Which of the following is an example of an intangible benefit in a blockchain cost-benefit analysis?

   • AEnhanced data integrity
   • BIncreased revenue from new customers
   • CLower operational costs
   • DReduced transaction fees
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5. 4expert · hard

   A supply chain consortium is considering a blockchain solution to improve traceability. They have identified two options: a permissioned blockchain with high upfront costs but low per-transaction fees, and a public blockchain with low upfront costs but variable transaction fees and no data privacy. The consortium is risk-averse and must comply with GDPR. What is the most appropriate decision framework?

   • AChoose the public blockchain because it is cheaper to start and has a large developer ecosystem.
   • BConduct a cost-benefit analysis that only considers tangible costs and benefits.
   • CDefer the decision until a hybrid blockchain solution becomes available.
   • DChoose the permissioned blockchain because it offers better control over data privacy and regulatory compliance, despite higher initial costs.
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6. 5application · medium

   A startup is launching a decentralized marketplace for freelance services. The platform will use a token to facilitate payments and reward active users. Which market risk should the startup most carefully evaluate?

   • AThe token's value may be highly volatile, affecting user willingness to hold and use it
   • BThe consensus algorithm may be vulnerable to a 51% attack
   • CThe smart contract code may contain bugs that lead to loss of funds
   • DThe regulatory status of the token may change, requiring compliance
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