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Why is it important for a multiple elevator coordination system to consider elevator direction when assigning requests?

hard🧠 Conceptual Q10 of 15
LLD - Design — Elevator System
Why is it important for a multiple elevator coordination system to consider elevator direction when assigning requests?
ATo make elevators move faster between floors
BTo avoid unnecessary elevator reversals and reduce wait time
CTo increase the number of stops per trip
DTo reduce the number of buttons inside the elevator
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand the role of direction in assignment

    Considering direction prevents elevators from reversing unnecessarily, improving efficiency.
  2. Step 2: Rule out unrelated options

    Speed, stops per trip, and button count are unrelated to direction-based assignment.
  3. Final Answer:

    To avoid unnecessary elevator reversals and reduce wait time -> Option B
  4. Quick Check:

    Direction importance = Avoid reversals [OK]
Quick Trick: Direction reduces reversals and wait time [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Confusing direction with speed
  • Increasing stops unnecessarily
  • Focusing on buttons

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