Which of the following is a type of optical disc that is rewritable? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a type of optical disc that is rewritable?
A. DVD-R
B. BD-ROM
C. DVD-RW
D. CD-R
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
DVD-RW is rewritable, allowing data to be erased and rewritten multiple times. CD-R and DVD-R are write-once, and BD-ROM is read-only.

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Question #1
Which of the following is an advantage of optical storage over magnetic storage?
A. More durable (resistant to magnetic fields)
B. Faster read/write speeds
C. Higher capacity
D. Lower cost per GB

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Optical discs are immune to magnetic fields and are relatively durable under normal handling, while magnetic disks can be damaged by strong magnetic fields. However, optical is slower and lower capacity.

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Question #2
What is the function of the 'read' operation in memory?
A. To store data to a memory location
B. To move data between registers
C. To retrieve data from a memory location
D. To clear a memory location

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
A read operation fetches data from a specified memory address and transfers it to the CPU or another component.

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Question #3
What is the typical capacity of a DVD-RW disc?
A. 25 GB
B. 700 MB
C. 4.7 GB
D. 8.5 GB

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
DVD-RW has a capacity of 4.7 GB (single-layer). Dual-layer rewritable discs exist but are less common.

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