Which type of memory uses capacitors to store data and needs periodic refreshing? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which type of memory uses capacitors to store data and needs periodic refreshing?
A. DRAM
B. ROM
C. SRAM
D. Flash memory
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
DRAM (Dynamic RAM) uses capacitors to store bits; they leak charge and must be refreshed periodically. SRAM uses flip-flops and does not need refreshing.

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