What is the purpose of the 'write' operation in memory? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the purpose of the 'write' operation in memory?
A. To copy data between registers
B. To store data into a memory location
C. To retrieve data from memory
D. To delete data from memory
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A write operation stores data into a specified memory address, altering the contents of that location.

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Question #1
What is the primary difference between a CD and a DVD?
A. DVDs use a shorter wavelength laser, allowing higher density
B. CDs store more data than DVDs
C. CDs are read-only; DVDs are rewritable
D. DVDs are older technology

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
DVDs use a shorter wavelength laser (650 nm vs 780 nm for CDs), which allows smaller pits and tighter tracks, resulting in higher storage capacity (4.7 GB vs 700 MB).

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Question #2
Which of the following is an example of secondary storage?
A. Hard disk
B. Registers
C. RAM
D. Cache

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Secondary storage refers to non-volatile storage that is not directly accessible by the CPU, such as hard disks, SSDs, and optical discs. RAM and cache are primary storage; registers are internal to CPU.

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Question #3
What type of storage is a CD-ROM?
A. Magnetic storage
B. Optical storage
C. Semiconductor storage
D. Solid-state storage

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
CD-ROM (Compact Disc Read-Only Memory) uses laser beams to read microscopic pits and lands on the surface of the disc, classifying it as optical storage.

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