Question

quiz - unit 1: computers, information processing and storage
computing systems
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which statement best defines ram?
random assorted memory, the long - term storage for your computer
random access memory, the long - term storage for your computer
random access memory, the short - term storage for your computer
random assorted memory, the short - term storage for your computer

Explanation:

To determine the correct definition of RAM, we recall that RAM stands for Random Access Memory. RAM is used for short - term data storage in a computer as it holds data and instructions that the CPU needs immediately. Long - term storage is typically things like hard drives or SSDs. Also, the correct term is "Random Access Memory" not "Random Assorted Memory". So the option that says "Random Access Memory; the short - term storage for your computer" is correct.

Answer:

C. Random Access Memory; the short - term storage for your computer (assuming the options are labeled A, B, C, D with the third option being C)