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PPSC Past Paper 2026 (Computer Operator)
PPSC · 2025 · Practice with instant answers and explanations
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Which condition is the most direct cause of a deadlock?
A
Mutual exclusion
B
No preemption
C
Hold and wait
D
Circular wait
Correct Answer:
Option D — Circular wait
Explanation:
Circular wait creates a closed chain in which every process waits for a resource held by the next process, preventing progress.
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