Management Information System (MIS) Practice Exam

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The CPU interacts with which for permanently storing data?

Primary storage
Volatile memory
Random-access memory
Secondary storage

The correct answer is: Secondary storage

The correct answer is secondary storage because it is specifically designed for the long-term retention of data, as opposed to primary storage or volatile memory, which are used for temporary storage needs. Secondary storage solutions include hard drives, solid-state drives, CDs, and USB flash drives, all of which retain data even when the computer is turned off. While primary storage, including RAM or volatile memory, is used for data that the CPU is currently processing, it loses its contents when power is lost. Random-access memory, a type of primary storage, serves as a fast but temporary holding area for data and instructions that the CPU needs while performing tasks. Therefore, these types of storage are unsuitable for permanently storing data. In contrast, secondary storage retains data reliably over time, supporting the persistent storage requirements of a computer system.