# Overview
The leader logs every request (i.e., statement) to a log that is sent to the followers.
# Key Considerations
Other replication methods are generally preferred.
# Pros
# Cons of Statement-based Replication #flashcard
- Can result in discrepancies when using nondeterministic functions (e.g., `NOW()` or `RAND()`) or auto-incrementing columns
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# Use Cases
# Related Topics