Question

question 17 of 25
what is short - term memory, or ram, in a computer used for?
a. to store data temporarily
b. to manage a computers processes
c. to store data permanently
d. to work like a hard disk drive

Explanation:

RAM (Random Access Memory) is short - term memory in a computer. Its main function is to store data and program instructions temporarily while the computer is running. Option B is incorrect because managing a computer's processes is the job of the operating system, not RAM. Option C is wrong as permanent data storage is done by devices like hard drives, not RAM. Option D is also incorrect as RAM and hard disk drives have different functions; hard drives are for permanent storage while RAM is for temporary storage during operation.

Answer:

A. To store data temporarily