Which of the following is the primary storage device?
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ROM
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Hard disk
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Floppy disk
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None of these
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Correct answer
Explanation
ROM (Read-Only Memory) is considered primary storage because it is directly accessible by the CPU and contains essential startup instructions. Hard disks and floppy disks are secondary storage devices used for long-term data retention. Primary storage is typically faster and necessary for the computer's basic operation.