Multiple choice

A memory chip in which instructions can be read but can not be changed when power goes off is known as

  1. RAM

  2. ROM

  3. CACHE

  4. None of these

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B Correct answer
Explanation

ROM (Read-Only Memory) is non-volatile, meaning it retains its data even when the power is turned off. It contains essential instructions, such as the BIOS, that the computer needs to start up. Unlike RAM, the data in ROM is generally not meant to be modified during normal operation.