n We also need the amount allocated A(j,i) of
resource type i to process j for all (j,i)
n The total amount available of resource i is
given by: V(i) = R(i) - S_k A(k,i)
n We also use the need N(j,i) of resource type i
required by process j to complete its task:
N(j,i) = C(j,i) - A(j,i)
n To decide if a resource request made by a
process should be granted, the banker’s
algorithm test if granting the request will lead
to a safe state:
u If the resulting state is safe then grant request
u Else do not grant the request