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.