68. Which of the following is the storage area within the computer itself which holds data only temporarily as the computer processes instructions?
Verified Answer
A. the hard disk
B. main memory
C. the control unit
D. read-only memory
E. None of these
Explanation:
'Main memory' (RAM) is the volatile storage area where the CPU temporarily holds data and programs during active processing. A hard disk is permanent storage. The control unit manages operations. Read-only memory is for firmware. Thus, main memory is correct.