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Memory and Storage Types

Total questions: 45

Worksheet time: 27mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
The data is not lost when you turn the computer off
a)
Volatile
b)
Non-Volatile
2.
The data is lost when you turn the computer off
a)
Volatile
b)
Non-Volatile
3.
What is the purpose of the CPU?
a)
stores the instructions needed to turn the pc on
b)
temporarily stores open applications
c)
process all the computer's data
d)
permanently stores the user's data
4.
Which of the following refers to 'volatile' memory?
a)
CPU
b)
ROM
c)
RAM
d)
HDD
5.
BIOS (Boot-up program)
a)
ROM
b)
RAM
c)
Cache
d)
Hard Disk
6.
—Very fast memory that is built into the CPU describes what type of memory?
a)
RAM
b)
ROM
c)
Cache
d)
Virtual
7.
Which type of memory is used to store programs and data when there is insufficient RAM?
a)
Random Access Memory (RAM)
b)
Read Only Memory (ROM)
c)
Virtual memory
d)
Flash memory
8.
How does increasing the amount of RAM affect the performance of the computer system?
a)
More programs can be loaded at the same time.
b)
More instructions can be processed at once.
c)
More instructions can be processed per second.
9.
Virtual memory….
a)
Transfers data faster than RAM.
b)
Transfers data slower than RAM.
10.
Which is NOT an example of flash memory?
a)
SD Card
b)
Solid state drive (SSD)
c)
USB drive
d)
Magnetic hard disk drive (HDD)
11.
In order of fastest to slowest with the fastest on the left and slowest on the right, name each type of memory in order.
a)
Cache > RAM > Hard Drive
b)
Hard Drive > RAM > Cache
c)
RAM > Cache > Hard Drive
d)
RAM > Hard Drive > Cache
12.
This memory stores the data of the operating system and programs that are currently running, for access by the CPU.
a)
RAM
b)
ROM
c)
Cache memory
d)
Flash memory
13.

Why is ROM need in a computer system?

a)

It stores the 'BIOS' which is needed to load the operating system.Without it, the computer wouldn't turn on.

b)

It stores the data of the operating system and programs that are currently running, for access by the CPU.

14.
A ______ is the main storage device in your computer.
a)
CPU
b)
Hard drive
c)
Motherboard
d)
CD-Rom
15.
Optical device, fairly fragile, easy to snap or scratch.
a)
Flash memory
b)
Magnetic Tape
c)
CD
d)
Hard disk
16.

Very portable and robust as it is designed to be fitted into small electronic devices.

a)

Flash memory

b)

Hard disk drive

c)

Magnetic tape

d)

CD

17.
The most durable storage device as it has not moving parts
a)
Solid State Storage
b)
Magnetic Storage
c)
Optical Storage
18.

Typically has the largest storage capacity and is the cheapest per Gigabyte.

a)

Magnetic storage

b)

Solid state storage

c)

Optical storage

19.

What is the correct order of storage capacity in ascending order?

a)

Byte, Bit, Megabyte, Kilobyte, Gigabyte

b)

Bit, Byte, Kilobyte, Megabyte, Gigabyte

c)

Megabyte, Byte, Gigabyte, Bit, Kilobyte

d)

Bit, Megabyte, Byte, Gigabyte, Kilobyte

20.
Which device is this?
a)
Optical Disk
b)
Hard Drive
c)
Flash Memory
d)
Magnetic Tape
21.
Which device would you use:
If you needed to store music and/or films
a)
Optical Disk
b)
Hard Drive
c)
Flash Memory
d)
Magnetic Tape
22.
Which device would you use:
To backup very large amounts of data
a)
Optical Disk
b)
Hard Drive
c)
Flash Memory
d)
Magnetic Tape
23.
Which device would you use:
To store relatively large amounts of data in your home computer
a)
Optical Disk
b)
Hard Drive
c)
Flash Memory
d)
Magnetic Tape
24.
Which word means:
How likely the device is to break
a)
Durability
b)
Capacity
c)
Portability
25.
A computer's external hard drive is often considered a _______ storage device
a)
A. primary
b)
B. secondary
c)
C. tertiary
d)
D. volatile
26.
Which of the following is NOT a secondary storage device?
a)
A. RAM
b)
B. CD
c)
C. Floppy magnetic discs
d)
D. ROM
27.
It is an example of optical storage:
a)
Magnetic tape
b)
USB memory stick
c)
Blu-ray disks
d)
HDD
28.
Flash Memory Sticks are a form of what type of storage?
a)
Optical
b)
Solid state
c)
Sequential
d)
Magnetic
29.
It is an advantage of using cloud storage:
a)
If you have no internet connection, you have no access to your data.
b)
Can be expensive to set up.
c)
Security concerns.
d)
You can access your documents anywhere
30.
Why is there a need for secondary storage in a computer?
a)
To store files for a long period of time, such as the operating system
b)
To hold cd's and dvd's
31.
Why durability is important when choosing an appropriate storage media?
a)
Because it is important to take in consideration how resistant the media is to damage. 
b)
Because it is important to consider how cheap the media cost.
32.
A disadvantage of hard drives is
a)
They have moving parts
b)
They are volatile
c)
They don't last long
d)
They are hard to use
33.
Solid State Drives use
a)
Non Volatile Flash Memory
b)
Volatile Flash Memory
c)
Volatile Storage Memory
d)
Non Volatile Magnetic Memory
34.
Which is a disadvantage of cloud storage?
a)
It's expensive
b)
It doesn't last long
c)
It could be a security risk
d)
It's 
35.

Vicky has been on holiday and has taken lots of photos. The memory in her camera is now full and she needs to transfer her photos to an external secondary storage device.


Define what is meant by 'secondary storage'.


Answers: 2

a)

Long term non-volatile storage of data/files

b)

Short term volatile storage of data/files

c)

External storage of data

d)

Internal storage of data

36.

Vicky has been on holiday and has taken lots of photos. The memory in her camera is now full and she needs to transfer her photos to an external secondary storage device.


Identify the three common storage technologies Vicky can choose from.


Answers: 3

a)

Optical

b)

Magnetic

c)

Solid State

d)

Blu-Ray

e)

Hard Drive

37.

Vicky has been on holiday and has taken lots of photos. The memory in her camera is now full and she needs to transfer her photos to an external secondary storage device.


State four characteristics of secondary storage devices that Vicky should consider when choosing a device.

a)

Capacity, Speed, Portability, Durability, Reliability, Cost

b)

Capacity, Colour, Portability, Durability, Reliability, Cost

c)

Capacity, Speed, Portability, Durability, Recyclability, Cost

38.

Most computer systems use at least one storage device.


Explain one reason why a secondary storage device is needed in most computer systems.


Answers: 2

a)

To store the files / e.g. operating system even when the system is switched off.

b)

Secondary storage must be volatile.

c)

Secondary storage must be non-volatile.

39.

Some secondary storage devices are magnetic and others are solid state.Describe the characteristics of magnetic and solid state secondary storage.


The quality of written communication will be assessed in your answer to this question.


Focus: Cost


Answers: 2

a)

Solid State drives tend to be large capacity, relatively cheap

b)

Magnetic drives tend to be large capacity, relatively cheap

c)

Solid State drives are relatively expensive so tend to be of smaller capacity

d)

Magnetic drives are relatively expensive so tend to be of smaller capacity

40.

Apu has a handheld e-book reader that allows him to store and read electronic books.


Types of secondary storage devices are magnetic, optical or solid state.


State which type of storage is most suitable for storing the electronic books inside the e-book reader.

a)

Optical

b)

Magnetic

c)

Solid State

41.

Which generally has the highest capacity?

a)

Magnetic

b)

Solid State

c)

Optical

42.

Which is generally the most portable? e.g. Will last if it is dropped.

a)

Solid State

b)

Magnetic

c)

Optical

43.

Which is generally the cheapest per GB?

a)

Magnetic

b)

Solid State

c)

Optical

44.

Which is generally the most expensive per GB?

a)

Magnetic

b)

Solid State

c)

Optical

45.

Which of the following is an example of Optical Storage


Answers: 3

a)

CD

b)

DVD

c)

Blu-Ray

d)

Floppy Disk

e)

SD Card

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