Which of the following storage devices has the shortest life expectancy? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following storage devices has the shortest life expectancy?
A. Magnetic tape
B. Optical disc
C. Hard disk
D. SSD
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
SSDs have a limited number of program/erase cycles, especially TLC and QLC NAND, so they may wear out faster under heavy writes compared to HDDs and other media, though modern SSDs have good endurance.

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Which of the following is a type of memory that is used for storing data in a portable gaming device?
A. Flash memory
B. Hard disk
C. ROM
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Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Portable gaming devices use flash memory for game cartridges and internal storage.

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A. To store frequently used data for faster access
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C. To increase the disk's capacity
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Correct Answer: Option B


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A. Cache
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Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Registers are internal to the CPU and are directly accessible by the CPU's arithmetic/logic unit, providing the fastest possible access.

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