AICE Comp Sci Units 3-7

What is the primary use of SRAM?

• Main system memory

• CPU cache and registers

• Graphics memory

• General-purpose RAM

Which type of memory is more expensive due to complex circuitry?

• DRAM

• EEPROM

• SRAM

• PROM

What is a characteristic of PROM?

• Reprogrammable multiple times

• Non-volatile and one-time programmable

• Volatile and erasable

• Used for frequent updates

Which type of ROM can be erased and reprogrammed using electrical signals?

• PROM

• EPROM

• EEPROM

• SRAM

What is a common use case for EPROM?

• Storing firmware that does not change

• Development environments needing frequent updates

• General data storage

• Main system memory

What is a control system?

• A type of volatile memory

• A device that processes electrical input to generate output

• A type of non-volatile memory

• A component of main system memory

What happens when the top layer of a resistive touchscreen is pressed?

• It emits light

• It vibrates

• It makes contact with the bottom layer

• It changes color

What is the purpose of head tracking in a virtual reality headset?

• To adjust the display in real-time

• To increase battery life

• To enhance audio quality

• To reduce weight

Which of the following is a characteristic of RAM?

• Non-volatile

• Slower access speed

• Volatile

• Smaller in capacity

What is the primary use of ROM in a device?

• Running applications

• Multitasking

• Storing BIOS/firmware

• Handling active processes