Blockchain Business Models and ROI BDC Practice Questions (Page 4)

Questions 16–20

1. 16application · medium

   A company is evaluating a blockchain solution for its supply chain. The solution will cost $1 million to implement and $100,000 per year to operate. It is expected to save $300,000 per year in reduced fraud and $150,000 per year in improved efficiency. What is the annual net benefit?

   • A$350,000
   • B$250,000
   • C$300,000
   • D$450,000
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2. 17foundation · easy

   What is the primary purpose of tokenomics in a blockchain business model?

   • ATo increase the hash rate of the network
   • BTo design token supply and incentives that drive desired behaviors
   • CTo create a digital currency for speculation
   • DTo replace traditional fiat currency
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4. 18expert · hard

   A supply chain consortium is comparing two blockchain platforms. Platform A has a lower initial cost but higher transaction fees per transaction. Platform B has a higher initial cost but lower transaction fees. The consortium expects transaction volume to grow significantly over time. Which ROI method would best capture the trade-off between initial cost and ongoing transaction fees?

   • AReturn on investment (ROI) calculated using only tangible benefits
   • BSimple payback period based only on initial costs
   • CTotal cost of ownership (TCO) over a 5-year horizon, including both initial and per-transaction costs
   • DNet present value (NPV) using a discount rate of 0%
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5. 19application · medium

   A decentralized storage platform wants to incentivize users to provide storage space and ensure the network remains reliable. Which tokenomics model best achieves this?

   • AIssue a fixed supply of tokens to all users equally.
   • BCharge users a flat fee in fiat currency for storage.
   • CReward providers with tokens for storing data and penalize them for downtime.
   • DUse a proof-of-work consensus to secure the network.
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6. 20expert · hard

   A company is studying a case study of a blockchain-based trade finance platform that achieved ROI by reducing letter of credit processing time from 7 days to 1 day. The platform required significant investment in legal and compliance integration. What is the most important factor for achieving similar ROI in another trade finance context?

   • AThe use of a public blockchain to ensure transparency.
   • BThe speed of the underlying blockchain consensus algorithm.
   • CThe ability to integrate with existing legal and compliance frameworks.
   • DThe number of participating banks in the consortium.
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