Which of the following best describes Non-volatile memory?
Difficulty: Easy
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This Easy Memory & Storage question asks: Which of the following best describes Non-volatile memory? The correct choice is C. Memory that retains stored data even when power is removed, such as ROM or flash storage.. Read the options below, commit to one, then use the explanation to see why that choice holds and why the others do not.
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- A. A small, high-speed memory layer that stores frequently accessed data to reduce access time.
Why not A: “A small, high-speed memory layer that stores frequently accessed data to reduce access time.” does not fit this question. The answer is Memory that retains stored data even when power is removed, such as ROM or flash storage..
- B. A storage technology that records data using magnetized patterns on a surface, such as hard disk platters.
Why not B: “A storage technology that records data using magnetized patterns on a surface, such as hard disk platters.” does not fit this question. The answer is Memory that retains stored data even when power is removed, such as ROM or flash storage..
- C. Memory that retains stored data even when power is removed, such as ROM or flash storage. ✓
- D. A type of non-volatile storage that can be electrically erased and reprogrammed, used in SSDs and USB drives.
Why not D: “A type of non-volatile storage that can be electrically erased and reprogrammed, used in SSDs and USB drives.” does not fit this question. The answer is Memory that retains stored data even when power is removed, such as ROM or flash storage..
Correct answer
C. Memory that retains stored data even when power is removed, such as ROM or flash storage.
Explanation
Memory that retains stored data even when power is removed such as ROM or flash storage is the term that matches Which of the following best describes Non-volatile memory option C Option A A small high-speed memory layer that stores frequently accessed data to reduce access time does not fit this question Option B A storage technology that records data using magnetized patterns on a surface such as hard disk platters does not fit this question Option D A type of non-volatile storage that can be electrically erased and reprogrammed used in SSDs and USB drives does not fit this question For this Memory Storage question the accepted answer is.
Source: Memory & Storage Official Reference Guide
Tags: computer science, memory, storage, computer hardware
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