Question

what is the name for the routine that tests the motherboard, memory, disk controllers, video, keyboard and other system hardware?
bios
post
eeprom
cmos

Explanation:

Power - On Self - Test (POST) is a diagnostic routine that runs when a computer is powered on to test motherboard, memory, disk controllers, video, keyboard and other system hardware. BIOS is the basic input/output system that initializes hardware and loads the operating system. EEPROM is a type of non - volatile memory. CMOS is a complementary metal - oxide - semiconductor that stores system settings.

Answer:

POST