If a memory chip is volatile, it will _____________________?

Correct answer: B. lose its contents if currents it turned off

  • A. explode if exposed to high temperatures
  • B. lose its contents if currents it turned off
  • C. be used for data storage only
  • D. be used to both read and write data

Explanation

Volatile memory requires electrical power to preserve its contents, so the data is lost when the current is switched off. The ability to read and write describes a memory operation, not volatility.

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