What is the term for the main memory of a computer used for immediate access?

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Kiers McFarlane
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
RAM
ROM
Primary Storage
Cache Memory
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which term describes memory that loses its contents when power is lost?
Non-Volatile Memory
Volatile Memory
ROM
EEPROM
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of ROM in a computer system?
To store active programs
To store essential startup instructions
To store temporary data
To store the operating system
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which type of memory retains its contents even when power is turned off?
Volatile Memory
ROM
Non-Volatile Memory
BIOS
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the term for the sequence of events that occurs when a computer is powered on?
Boot Process
Memory Addressing
Cache Memory
Firmware
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which term refers to permanent software stored in ROM that helps a computer start up?
Firmware
BIOS
Cache Memory
Operating System
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does BIOS do in a computer system?
Initializes hardware and launches the operating system
Stores active programs
Manages the CPU
Provides temporary data storage
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