Computer Memory and Storage MCQ Questions and Answers - Part 5
50 Memory Storage MCQs with Detailed Explanations | RAM, ROM, HDD, SSD, USB | CCC, Banking, SSC Exam Preparation
1What is the full form of RAM?
- A.Read Access Memory
- B.Random Alternate Memory
- C.Random Access Memory
- D.Read Alternate Memory
Answer: C
RAM allows data to be read or written in almost the same amount of time regardless of physical location.
2Which memory type is volatile?
- A.ROM
- B.Hard Disk
- C.RAM
- D.CD-ROM
Answer: C
Volatile memory requires constant power to maintain stored information.
3What does ROM stand for?
- A.Random Only Memory
- B.Read Output Memory
- C.Read Only Memory
- D.Random Output Memory
Answer: C
ROM retains its contents even when computer is turned off and typically contains firmware.
4Which storage device has the fastest access speed?
- A.Hard Disk Drive
- B.Solid State Drive
- C.CD-ROM
- D.USB Flash Drive
Answer: B
SSDs use flash memory which is much faster than mechanical hard drives.
5What is the smallest unit of computer memory?
- A.Byte
- B.Bit
- C.Nibble
- D.Word
Answer: B
8 bits make 1 byte, 4 bits make 1 nibble.
6Which memory is located between CPU and RAM?
- A.Virtual Memory
- B.Cache Memory
- C.Flash Memory
- D.ROM
Answer: B
Cache stores frequently used data for quick access by CPU.
7What does HDD stand for?
- A.High Density Disk
- B.Hard Digital Drive
- C.Hard Disk Drive
- D.High Definition Drive
Answer: C
HDDs store data on spinning magnetic platters with read/write heads.
8Which memory type is non-volatile?
- A.RAM
- B.Cache
- C.ROM
- D.Register
Answer: C
Non-volatile memory preserves data without constant power.
9What is the capacity of a standard CD?
- A.650-700 MB
- B.1.44 MB
- C.4.7 GB
- D.8.5 GB
Answer: A
CDs use optical storage technology with laser reading.
10Which memory is fastest in computer?
- A.Hard Disk
- B.RAM
- C.Cache
- D.USB Drive
Answer: C
L1 cache is fastest, followed by L2 and L3 cache.
11What does SSD stand for?
- A.Solid State Drive
- B.Super Speed Disk
- C.System Storage Device
- D.Secondary Storage Drive
Answer: A
SSDs have no moving parts, making them faster and more durable than HDDs.
12Which storage device uses magnetic platters?
- A.SSD
- B.USB Drive
- C.HDD
- D.SD Card
Answer: C
HDDs are mechanical devices with moving parts.
13What is virtual memory?
- A.RAM memory
- B.Using hard disk as extended RAM
- C.Cloud storage
- D.Cache memory
Answer: B
This allows running more applications than physical RAM could normally handle.
14Which memory type is used in USB flash drives?
- A.RAM
- B.ROM
- C.Flash Memory
- D.Cache
Answer: C
Flash memory is non-volatile and can be electrically erased and reprogrammed.
15What is the capacity of a standard DVD?
- A.650 MB
- B.1.44 MB
- C.4.7 GB
- D.25 GB
Answer: C
DVDs have higher storage capacity than CDs due to smaller pit size.
16Which memory is directly accessed by CPU?
- A.Hard Disk
- B.CD-ROM
- C.RAM
- D.USB Drive
Answer: C
RAM provides the working space for CPU operations.
17What does BIOS store?
- A.User files
- B.Operating system
- C.Startup instructions
- D.Application software
Answer: C
BIOS performs Power-On Self-Test and initializes hardware during boot.
18Which storage device has no moving parts?
- A.HDD
- B.CD Drive
- C.SSD
- D.Floppy Disk
Answer: C
SSDs are more durable, faster, and consume less power than HDDs.
19What is the main function of RAM?
- A.Permanent storage
- B.Temporary data storage for running programs
- C.Processing data
- D.Display output
Answer: B
More RAM allows more programs to run simultaneously without slowing down.
20Which memory type is used for CPU cache?
- A.DRAM
- B.SRAM
- C.ROM
- D.Flash
Answer: B
SRAM is faster but more expensive than DRAM used in main memory.