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What is the main characteristic of cryptocurrencies?
What is the main characteristic of cryptocurrencies?
- They rely on traditional intermediaries for transactions
- They use a decentralized system for verification and transfer (correct)
- They are controlled by a central authority
- They are considered traditional currencies
How are individual coin ownership records stored in cryptocurrencies?
How are individual coin ownership records stored in cryptocurrencies?
- In a centralized government database
- In a digital ledger using strong cryptography (correct)
- In physical ledgers at banks
- In a public record accessible to anyone
What is the purpose of validators in some crypto schemes?
What is the purpose of validators in some crypto schemes?
- To control the creation of additional coins (correct)
- To maintain the central authority of the cryptocurrency
- To oversee the transfer of coin ownership
- To maintain the cryptocurrency through a proof-of-stake model
In a proof-of-stake model, what do owners put up as collateral?
In a proof-of-stake model, what do owners put up as collateral?
How are cryptocurrencies generally viewed in practice?
How are cryptocurrencies generally viewed in practice?
What is the role of a proof-of-stake model in maintaining cryptocurrencies?
What is the role of a proof-of-stake model in maintaining cryptocurrencies?
What distinguishes cryptocurrencies from traditional currencies?
What distinguishes cryptocurrencies from traditional currencies?
What function do validators serve in some crypto schemes?
What function do validators serve in some crypto schemes?
How are cryptocurrencies generally classified in practice?
How are cryptocurrencies generally classified in practice?
What is the primary purpose of individual coin ownership records stored in a digital ledger for cryptocurrencies?
What is the primary purpose of individual coin ownership records stored in a digital ledger for cryptocurrencies?
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