Which memory is directly accessible by the CPU? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which memory is directly accessible by the CPU?
A. Hard disk
B. RAM
C. USB drive
D. CD-ROM
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
RAM is directly accessible by the CPU for reading and writing data during processing.

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Practice More Computer Fundamentals Questions

Question #1
What is the octal equivalent of decimal 50?
A. 62
B. 65
C. 64
D. 63

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
50 = 6*8 + 2 = 62 octal.

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Question #2
What is the octal equivalent of binary 110?
A. 6
B. 5
C. 7
D. 4

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
110 binary = 6 decimal = 6 octal.

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Question #3
Which component acts as the 'brain' of the computer system, housing the circuitry that executes all primary logical and arithmetic procedures?
A. Hard Disk Drive
B. Motherboard Bus
C. Central Processing Unit
D. Random Access Memory

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is known as the brain because it interprets instructions, handles calculations, and runs operations.

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