Computer Science Ques 564

Question: 4. Permanent instructions that the computer uses when it is turned n and that cannot be changed By other instructions are contained in ______

Options:

A) ROM

B) RAM

C) ALU

D) REM

E) None of these

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

  • ROM (Read Only Memory) is a “built-in” memory that is capable of holding data and having that data read from the chip. But not written to Data pre-pressed on ROM chip by manufacturer. Un-like random access memory, RAM retains its contents even when the computer is turned off. ROM is referred to as being nonvolatile. Whereas RAM is volatile.