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Question
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What type of memory is RAM?
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Temporary memory
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1 and 3 are correct answers
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Permanent storage
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All of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -RAM (random access memory) is a computer’s short-term memory, where the data that the processor is currently using is stored.
Detailed explanation-2: -Is RAM permanent storage? No, RAM stores data only temporarily. Another major characteristic of RAM is that RAM data can be easily modified. In contrast, ROM does provide permanent storage.
Detailed explanation-3: -Memory is volatile, which means that data in memory is stored temporarily. Once a computing device is turned off, data stored in volatile memory will automatically be deleted.
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