What primary type of memory chip is fast, volatile, allows data to be read and written in any order, and acts as the main workspace of the CPU? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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What primary type of memory chip is fast, volatile, allows data to be read and written in any order, and acts as the main workspace of the CPU?

A. Hard Disk

B. RAM

C. ROM

D. EPROM

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

RAM (Random Access Memory) is the primary volatile workspace that lets the processor read and write temporary data instantly.

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