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Year 9: Secondary Storage - Retrival Quiz

Quiz by Teran Subasinghe

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  • Q1
    Why do we need secondary storage?
    To increase internet speed
    To run programs faster
    To speed up the processor
    To permanently store data and files
    30s
  • Q2
    What is the main function of primary storage in a computer?
    To permanently store data
    To assist with Internet connectivity
    To store data temporarily for quick access by the CPU
    To provide external backup of data
    30s
  • Q3
    Which of the following is an example of secondary storage?
    Hard drive
    Registers
    CPU cache
    RAM
    30s
  • Q4
    What type of storage is not volatile, meaning it retains data even when powered off?
    Primary storage
    Secondary storage
    RAM
    Cache memory
    30s
  • Q5
    Which of the following best describes primary storage?
    It is used for storing large amounts of data permanently.
    It is temporary storage used for active processes.
    It includes devices like USB drives and CDs.
    It is mainly used for long-term data storage.
    30s
  • Q6
    What is an example of primary storage?
    External hard drive
    USB flash drive
    RAM
    DVD
    30s

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