Memory Unit II - SS2 ICT Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is the main purpose of the memory unit in a computer system?
Execute instructions
Generate power
Cool down the CPU
Display graphics
Which type of memory is faster in terms of data access?
Primary memory
Secondary memory
Which type of memory retains its contents even when the computer is powered off?
Primary memory
Secondary memory
Which type of memory retains its contents even when the computer is powered off?
Primary memory
Secondary memory
Which type of memory has a limited capacity?
Primary memory
Secondary memory
Which type of memory is used to store the operating system and applications?
Primary memory
Secondary memory
What happens to data stored in primary memory when the computer is powered off?
It is lost
It is preserved
What is an example of a secondary memory storage device?
CPU
RAM
Hard drive
Cache memory
Which type of memory is commonly referred to as "main memory"?
Primary memory
Secondary memory
Which type of memory provides quick access to data that the CPU needs to perform tasks?
Primary memory
Secondary memory