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In the context of the Simplify debts algorithm, what does a positive net balance for a person indicate?

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LLD - Design — Splitwise (Expense Sharing)
In the context of the Simplify debts algorithm, what does a positive net balance for a person indicate?
AThe person owes money to others
BThe person should receive money from others
CThe person has no debts
DThe person paid exactly what they owed
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Define net balance meaning

    A positive net balance means the person paid more than their share and should get money back.
  2. Step 2: Match options with definition

    The person should receive money from others correctly states the person should receive money; others are incorrect.
  3. Final Answer:

    The person should receive money from others -> Option B
  4. Quick Check:

    Positive net balance = Receivable money [OK]
Quick Trick: Positive means others owe you money, negative means you owe others [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Mixing up who owes and who receives
  • Assuming zero means positive balance
  • Confusing net balance with total spent

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