What type of storage is a computer's main memory (RAM) categorized as? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What type of storage is a computer's main memory (RAM) categorized as?
A. Tertiary Non-volatile Storage
B. Primary Non-volatile Storage
C. Secondary Volatile Storage
D. Primary Volatile Storage
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
RAM is directly accessible by the CPU (making it primary memory) and requires power to maintain data (making it volatile).

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Question #1
Which memory unit corresponds exactly to 1024 Terabytes?
A. 1 Zettabyte
B. 1 Petabyte
C. 1 Gigabyte
D. 1 Exabyte

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
1 Petabyte (PB) is equivalent to 1024 Terabytes (TB) according to binary memory measurements.

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Question #2
What is the purpose of a memory delay line?
A. To store data permanently
B. To introduce a known delay to synchronize signals
C. To increase memory speed
D. To reduce power consumption

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Memory delay lines are used to delay signals, often in older technologies, to synchronize data paths.

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Question #3
What is the typical capacity of a CD-ROM in minutes of audio?
A. 60 minutes
B. 90 minutes
C. 80 minutes
D. 74 minutes

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Standard CD-ROM holds 80 minutes of audio (or 700 MB), though earlier ones held 74 minutes (650 MB).

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