Concept of Cache Memory

The CPU cache is a memory buffer that sits between the hard drive and the main memory

• true
• FALSE

Cache memory temporarily stores data.

• true
• FALSE

CPU cache has lower access time than RAM

• true
• FALSE

The CPU cache stores

• Only instructions
• Word documents
• Frequently accessed data and instructions
• A list of IP addresses

The bigger the cache, the longer it takes to store instructions that the processor needs

• true
• FALSE

What does RAM stand for?

• Random Access Memory
• Random Accumulator Memory
• Register Access Memory 
• Reloaded Access Memory

What is the main purpose of RAM?

• To store calculations only
• To store the boot program
• To store any programs and data currently in use
• To store programs and data while the computer is switched off

Which cache type is the fastest to access?

• Level 1

• Level 2

• Level 3

• Main memory

Which type of memory is closest to the CPU?

• RAM

• Secondary storage

• Cache

• ROM

Which level of cache is the largest in size?

• Level 1

• Level 2

• Level 3