Storage Devices and Capacity Quiz

What is a storage device?

• A device that processes data

• A device that keeps/stores information, sounds, pictures, and documents

• A device that only displays output

• A device that connects to the internet

Secondary storage is used for:

• Temporary data storage

• Permanent storage even when powered off

• Only running applications

• Storing data in RAM

Which is NOT a type of secondary storage?

• RAM

• HDD

• SSD

• Flash Drive

What is the storage capacity of a typical floppy disk?

• 1.44 MB

• 700 MB

• 4.7 GB

• 8 GB

Which storage device is commonly used in cameras and phones?

• HDD

• Memory Card

• Cassette Tape

• Vinyl Record

What is the main advantage of SSDs over HDDs?

• Cheaper

• Slower

• No moving parts (faster)

• Larger capacity

Which storage device uses magnetic disks?

• SSD

• Flash Drive

• HDD

• CD

How many bytes are in a kilobyte (kB)?

• 1000

• 1024

• 8

• 1 million

Which is the smallest unit of storage?

• Byte

• Bit

• Kilobyte

• Megabyte

How many bits make a byte?

• 4

• 8

• 16

• 1024