select the correct statement
A)since the nodes operate independently, their clocks may not be synchronized with one another
B)for time synchronization, the wired protocols assume the existence of highly accurate master clocks on some network nodes such as atomic clock
C)a and b both
D)neither a nor b

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Both statements A and B are correct. In distributed systems, nodes often operate independently, leading to unsynchronized clocks, which necessitates mechanisms for time synchronization. Wired protocols for time synchronization indeed often rely on the existence of highly accurate master clocks in the network, such as atomic clocks, to ensure precise timekeeping across the system.

Select the Correct Statement