Avalanche (Avi) Practice Exam

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How does a validator join the primary network versus a subnet?
Correct Answer:
Validators stake on the P-Chain to participate in the global set.
Explanation:
On Avalanche, the validator joining process is centered on the P-Chain, which coordinates validators and subnets. Validators stake AVAX on the P-Chain to become part of the global validator set. Subnets each have their own validator sets, but these are drawn from the global pool of validators on the P-Chain rather than requiring separate stake on the subnet itself. So, staking on the P-Chain enables you to participate in the overall network and be allocated to any subnet as needed. Staking directly on a subnet isn’t how you join the primary network; validators are selected for a subnet from the global P-Chain stake rather than staking within the subnet. The idea of being elected by a governing body doesn’t apply to the standard staking model here, and staking on the C-Chain is related to contracts rather than validator participation.

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