Computer Science Ques 61

Question: Cache and main memory will lose their contents when the power is off. They are

Options:

A) Dynamic

B) static

C) Volatile

D) non-volatile

E) Faulty

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

  • Volatile memory is a computer memory that requires power to maintained the stored in formation. i.e. it needs power to reach the computer memory. It retains the information as long as power supply is on. But when power supply is off or interrupted the stored memory is lost, eg. Cache memory and RAM (Random Access Memory) or main memory.