Computer Memory Quiz

What is the primary role of RAM in a computer system?

• Store data permanently

• Execute programs

• Provide temporary storage for active processes

• Manage input and output devices

Which type of memory is volatile and loses its content when power is turned off?

• ROM

• RAM

• SSD

• HDD

What does DRAM stand for?

• Dynamic Random Access Memory

• Direct Read Access Memory

• Dynamic Read Access Memory

• Direct Random Access Memory

Which type of memory must be constantly refreshed to retain its contents?

• SRAM

• DRAM

• ROM

• EEPROM

What is the main advantage of SRAM over DRAM?

• Higher speed

• Less expensive

• Higher storage capacity

• Does not need refreshing

Which type of ROM can be programmed only once?

• EPROM

• EEPROM

• PROM

• Flash memory

What type of memory is typically used for a computer's BIOS?

• RAM

• ROM

• HDD

• SSD

Which storage device is known for having no moving parts?

• HDD

• CD-ROM

• SSD

• DVD

What does EEPROM stand for?

• Electrically Erasable Programmable Random-Access Memory

• Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory

• Electronically Erasable Programmable Random-Access Memory

• Electronically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory

What type of storage device uses laser light to read and write data?

• SSD

• HDD

• CD/DVD

• RAM